Position

Clinical Education and Preceptor Coordinator

Department

InterHospital Laboratory Partnership (IHLP)

Job Location

Stratford, ON

Posting #

295-26

Position Type

Temporary Full-Time

Salary Range

$106, 827.00 per annum

Union

Non-Union

Posted Date: August 27, 2026

Expiry Date: September 3, 2026

ROLE

The Clinical Education and Preceptor Coordinator leads the design, coordination, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the IHLP Clinical Education and Preceptorship Program. The role develops standardized learning resources, training programs, competency-based tools, clinical scenarios, and the educational materials to support consistent, high-quality clinical education across the IHLP region.

A key responsibility is supporting site-based preceptors and laboratory teams by identifying learner needs, developing educational strategies and resources, providing guidance, and promoting consistency in student education and competency development across participating laboratories. The Coordinator also provides targeted educational support to MLT students and contributes to initiatives that support recruitment, retention, and regional workforce development.

The Coordinator also supports the administration and monitoring of the MLPAO-funded Clinical Preceptor Pilot Program, including coordinating project activities, tracking outcomes and metrics, maintaining required documentation, evaluating program effectiveness, and supporting reporting requirements. The role works collaboratively with IHLP leadership, participating sites, educational institutions, preceptors, and MLPAO to ensure program milestones, deliverables, and workforce development objectives are achieved.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program
• Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a personal motor vehicle for travel within the IHLP

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

• 5-7 years progressive experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in a hospital setting

• Demonstrated leadership and team building skills
• Demonstrated ability to instruct, train, mentor, coach and support staff, preceptors and MLT students
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs, learning resources, and competency-based education tools
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of quality improvement, change and program management
• Demonstrated planning, organizational project coordination and time management skills
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the scope of practice, processes, and tasks performed by laboratory staff
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage competing demands, multiple priorities, and regional program responsibilities

DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE(S) & EDUCATION

• Registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) preferred
• BSc and/or Advanced Certification (ART) in General Laboratory with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences preferred
• Demonstrated experience coordinating, delivering, or supporting education, training, orientation, competency assessment, or professional development initiatives preferred
• Previous experience serving as a student preceptor or other relevant teaching experience preferred
• Experience developing educational resources, learning materials, competency tools, or training programs preferred.

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT HPHA

• Preceptor/Peer Mentorship Opportunities
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Extended Health/Semi Private and Dental Benefits (for Part-time and Full-time only)
• Diverse Committees and Engagement Opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your career and explore different roles within the hospital

OUR COMMUNITIES

Our communities are small in size but large in amusement; you will always find spectacular local heritage, a live event, a wide range of cuisine and locally owned stores. The communities and surrounding areas are enriched by their arts and culture. Huron Perth offers a wide variety of activities, regardless of your interests, from the famous Stratford Festival, museums, Seaforth's historic Main Street shopping, historical downtowns, the St. Marys swimming quarry, close proximity to Lake Huron, cycling and hiking trails, art and cooking classes, the Clinton Raceway, or simply enjoying the local parks with your friends.

Care to join us?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location: Stratford General Hospital located in Stratford, Ontario.

Department: InterHospital Laboratory Partnership

This job posting is being advertised for a new vacancy within the Hospital. The status of the position is indicated to provide transparency in accordance with applicable regulations.

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All application reviews and hiring decisions are conducted by HPHA Human Resource professionals and/or the hiring managers.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to postings listed on hpha.ca/careers by 11:59pm on the listed closing date. Paper or email-based resumes will not be accepted.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.