D'Youville University · 1 day ago
Academic Affairs - Cardiovascular/Clinical Perfusion, Program Director
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$80K/yr - $85K/yrD'Youville University is a nationally ranked private university in Buffalo, New York, dedicated to transforming lives through a blend of academics and holistic development. The Program Director for the Cardiovascular/Clinical Perfusion program will lead the design, accreditation, and launch of the program while ensuring compliance and fostering clinical partnerships.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Design and implement a comprehensive curriculum that integrates didactic instruction, simulation-based learning, and supervised clinical education consistent with contemporary perfusion education standards
Establish program policies, assessment strategies, and continuous improvement processes
When appropriate, lead adjunct faculty recruitment, onboarding, development, and evaluation
Serve as the primary lead for all internal, state, and specialized accreditation processes
In coordination with the Division of Institutional Effectiveness, prepare and submit materials for CAAHEP accreditation through the Accreditation Committee on Perfusion Education (AC-PE), including self-study documentation and site visit coordination
Ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements
Utilizing the University’s CORE system, develop and maintain clinical affiliation agreements with regional healthcare systems
Oversee clinical education, including preceptor engagement, evaluation processes, and student readiness
Ensure simulation and clinical resources support program outcomes and accreditation expectations
In coordination with the Division of Enrollment Management, design admissions processes, recruitment strategies, and applicant evaluation
In coordination with the Division of Student Affairs, implement student orientation, campus support structures, professionalism standards, and certification-readiness initiatives
Represent the program to prospective students, clinical partners, and professional organizations
Offer insight to facilities planning, equipment acquisition, and operational logistics
Ensure scheduling, documentation systems, and operational readiness are in place for program launch
Lead program evaluation and refinement following inaugural cohort enrollment
Teach in the program (as needed and aligned with expertise) and participate in curriculum review cycles
Support institutional accreditation and assessment processes as related to the program (reports, data requests, and quality initiatives)
Represent the program at professional meetings and build visibility within the perfusion education community (e.g., relationships consistent with how AC-PE interfaces with sponsoring organizations)
In coordination with the Office of Sponsored Programs & Research, support grant development and philanthropic/workforce partnership opportunities to advance simulation, scholarships, and clinical expansion
Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and university priorities
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or doctorate in a related field (e.g., perfusion science, cardiovascular sciences, health sciences, education, or related)
Significant professional experience in cardiovascular/clinical perfusion and/or closely related cardiothoracic clinical environments
Demonstrated experience in academic program development (curriculum design, outcomes assessment, student progression policies)
Experience building clinical partnerships and managing clinical education (preceptors, rotations, evaluations)
Proven ability to lead compliance processes and prepare complex documentation for review/approval
Possess the ability to react calmly and effectively in dynamic situations
Handle multiple tasks and priorities at once while solving problems and thinking innovatively
Administrative, organizational, supervisory, and budget-management skills
Ability to travel with dependable transportation
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
Extended periods of sitting, standing, stair climbing, maneuvering objects of substantial weight
Must possess a person-focused philosophy
Preferred
Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, DHSc, MD/DO, or equivalent) and/or demonstrated graduate-level teaching and curriculum leadership
Experience working with or leading CAAHEP-accredited allied health programs and/or direct experience preparing for CAAHEP/AC-PE accreditation review
Prior role as program director, assistant/associate program director, clinical coordinator, or comparable leadership role in perfusion education
Evidence of success with student outcomes and professional certification readiness initiatives (aligned with common perfusion program outcome expectations)
Company
D'Youville University
D'Youville University provide Higher Education.
Founded in 1908
201-500 employees
Funding
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Denise DiRienzo, Ed.D.
Chief Mission Officer
Joseph Gunnells, Sr.
Chief Information Officer
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