Job Details

Clinical Placement Program Manager

Position Number: 7336913
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Medicine - Physician Assistant

Clinical Placement Program Manager

Job Identification: 21004
Posting Date: 07/16/2026, 05:40 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: Waco, TX, United States
Degree Level:

Job Description:
A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation's "Great Colleges to Work For". Great Colleges to Work For is one of the country's largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Clinical Placement Program Manager in the Physician Assistant Studies department. The Clinical Placement Program Manager is integral to fostering student success throughout their academic journey, specifically during the clinical phase of the program to graduation. This role is pivotal in providing comprehensive support in the clinical education. This position collaborates closely with the Director of Clinical Education, as well as other program faculty and staff. By facilitating a supportive environment, this position plays a critical role in promoting student retention and success.

A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant work experience are required. A bachelor's degree and four years of relevant work experience are preferred. Additional education or experience may be considered in lieu of one another.

This role is eligible for remote work, but must be able to periodically travel to Waco, Texas, including occasional weekends for program activities and designated work.

Additional requirements include:

Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills
Advanced knowledge in planning, conflict resolution, and coordination
Confidence in interpersonal and multichannel communication and teamwork, including the ability to work independently and as a team member
Travel is an expectation and requirement of this position

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

Directly manage, advise, and support students with various academic and administrative needs during the clinical phase, including clinical placements, registration, financial aid inquiries, non-academic support, and adherence to program policies and procedures
Build and nurture a network of clinical placement sites, ensuring a diverse, professional, and enriching experience for students
Support students throughout the clinical placement process, collaborating closely with students, The Director of Clinical Education, and the Student Success team to provide consistent guidance
Manage academic databases, student files, communication with students and clinical placement records while strictly adhering to FERPA policies regarding the handling of student records and ensuring the safeguarding of sensitive information
Oversee strategic initiatives related to clinical placement and student support which could include contract management and growth, maintaining and investing in current clinical partnerships, recruiting and growing potential clinical partners, building an alumni network, enhancing collaboration between Baylor student associations and professional organizations, etc.
Develop and maintain clinical education sites and affiliation agreements in alignment with program goals
Evaluate clinical sites in collaboration with the Director of Clinical Education, initiating affiliation agreement processes and ensuring compliance with program and accreditation requirements
Contribute to program assessment needs across functional areas to support accreditation requirements
Complete program projects and events related to clinical education as assigned
Attend departmental meetings
Provide onsite and/or virtual support during critical events including orientation, immersions, and graduation as assigned
Participate in departmental events and perform other duties as assigned
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $60,000. The full salary range for this position classification is $51,569.56 - $85,0889.77.

This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certification, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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