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Assistant Director, ASPMFClinical Education - Ultrasound & Pain Management

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JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director, Acute SurgicalUltrasound & Pain Management FellowshipDivision, performs tasks to support the Acute SurgicalDirector of Clinical Education – Ultrasound & Pain Management Fellowshipprovides academic, includingclinical, and operational leadership for pain management and ultrasound-guided procedural education. This role oversees the clinical education of the Ultrasound & Pain Management (UPM) division. This includes curriculum design, clinical site development, faculty coordination, and integration of content across academic offerings. The Director ensures excellence in teaching, participating in site visitscompliance with accreditation standards, and assistalignment with curriculum developmentMTSA’s mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Licensure as a CRNA with current re-certification by Council of Recertification (COR) of the National Board of Certification & Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
  • Doctor of Nursing degree or equivalent
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
  • Current RN licensure
  • Current APRN licensure, if required by state Board of Nursing
  • Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a CRNA desirable
  • Minimum of two (2) years of teaching and education administrative experience preferable

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Program DirectorThis job description is undernot to be considered an exhaustive or exclusive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related activities as requested. This list describes major responsibilities to support the direction of the Director, Acute SurgicalUltrasound & Pain Management Fellowship. If required and requested by the President or Executive Vice President, the Assistant Director, ASPMF is qualified to assume the day-to-day operationsdivision of the Director, Acute Surgical Pain Management Fellowship.MTSA:

  • Maintain a successful clinical practice as a CRNA
  • Assists in the implementation of school policies that will assure a smooth and efficient operation of the Acute Surgical Pain Management Fellowship
  • Assist with cadaveric courses, held in January, March, July, October, and November
  • Guest lecturer for DNAP entry to practice program
  • Guest lecturer for Acute Surgical Pain Management Fellowship
  • Assist in teaching DNAP entry to practice while on MTSA campus
  • Participates in clinical site visits
  • Teaches assigned courses and/or classes: ASPMF Clinical Courses (610, 630, and 650)
  • Coordinate DNAP-C Business Course
  • Serve as content expert for DNAP-C projects
  • Provide strategic oversight and leadership for the Ultrasound & Pain Management (UPM), including curriculum development, faculty coordination, and student engagement.
  • Maintain a part-time clinical practice to ensure relevance and credibility in pain management and ultrasound-guided procedures.
  • Serve as lead instructor and clinical content expert for ultrasound and pain management courses, including ASPMF Clinical Courses (610, 630, and 650).
  • Coordinate cadaveric workshops and continuing education courses held annually (January, March, July, October, November).
  • Serve as guest lecturer for DNAP Entry-to-Practice and DNAP Completion programs in topics related to pain management and ultrasound.
  • Participate in site visits, preceptor development, and clinical partner engagement to enhance clinical learning environments.
  • Ensure curriculum alignment with current best practices, accreditation requirements, and institutional goals.
  • Maintain effective communication and dialogmentoring relationships with students and faculty.
  • Assist Director, ASPMF with curriculum development
  • Collaborate with academic leadership on cross-program content integration and long-term program development.
  • Serve as project advisor and content expert for fellows' scholarly work.
  • Collaborate with Director, Ultrasound & Pain Management Division on curriculum development.
  • Other duties as assigned.

COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT

  • MTSA Staff Committee Member
  • Nurse Anesthesia Program (NAP) Council
  • Interview (Admissions) Committee
  • Other committees as assigned

REPORTING

Reports to the Director, ASPMFUltrasound & Pain Management

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Full-time employment with Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia