Student Placement Program Manager

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

This role is responsible for overseeing and supporting the daily operations of the Student Placement Program for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) hospital/outpatient facilities as it provides practical work-based learning opportunities consistent with course requirements for their specific clinical education program. VMFH partners with local colleges and universities to provide over 3,000 clinical placement opportunities for students enrolled in healthcare education programs and is committed to supporting student learning by providing hands-on clinical experiences. The placement of students is a strategic recruitment opportunity for VMFH to attract and retain key members of our workforce, as well as an opportunity to participate in the educational process while receiving valuable work contributions from the student participants.

Work also includes: 1) Maintaining regulatory requirements and documentation for students placed for clinical experiences within VMFH. 2) Ensuring the quality of the program meets the needs of program stakeholders. 3) Arranging all necessary resources and tools for students to be fully equipped for their work-based learning opportunities. 4) Managing communications with colleges and students 5) Collaborating with internal stakeholders to identify placement and process improvement opportunities. 6) Serving as a point of contact for resolution of program issues. 7) Executing, maintaining and monitoring affiliation agreements with colleges, universities and other educational organizations for the placement of students within VMFH.

Work requires working knowledge of federal and state-specific regulatory requirements. Work also requires knowledge of the essential functions/requirements of various clinical disciplines and VMFH positions, student placement standards and practices, and contract compliance methodologies.

Required Education and Experience:

Associate’s degree in a related field and two years of related work experience, preferably in a healthcare environment that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities.
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred:

Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP).