The Clinical Extern Coordinator is an integral member of the healthcare team, providing mentorship to Clinical Externs who are nursing students working as unregulated care providers in their respective units.

The Clinical Extern

Coordinator is responsible for the successful implementation of the Clinical Extern Program across multiple units of the hospital, by supporting Clinical Externs in their practice and integration into their unit in accordance with nursing professional standards and HHS policies, and in collaboration with the clinical teams.

The Clinical Extern

Coordinator guides and supports the Clinical Externs in providing high quality care for patients and families, while demonstrating a commitment to excellence in supporting the patient and family experience.

The Clinical Extern

Coordinator serves as a liaison and conduit between unit leadership, Professional Practice, , and Student Affairs.

- Current registration (in good standing) with the Ontario College of Physiotherapists or the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in a hospital setting
- Recent experience working in acute medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics and/or critical care
- Recent preceptor/clinical instructor experience required (within the last two years)
- Clinical supervisory experience an asset (eg. with new employees/recent graduates)
- Demonstrated ability to utilize problem-solving, clinical reasoning, critical-thinking and effective clinical decision making in an acute medical setting
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill related to assessment, treatment implementation and caseload management of adult, neonatal/pediatric and/or geriatric medicine patients; using rehabilitative and functional approaches to patient care
- Current BLS certification
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team




- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
- Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Affiliation with McMaster University School of Rehabilitation Science (eg Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) or Clinical Lecturer) in the OT or PT Program is an asset

Monday to Friday; days; evenings; weekends.

This position is temporary until March 2028.

The Interprofessional Development team is rich in skills and knowledge, diverse in roles and outcomes, and consistently involved in education, evaluation, research and innovation initiatives. We rally together around common goals in line with HHS’ vision, mission and strategic priorities. Relationships and work touch all clinical areas of HHS, and our networks are extensive both internally and externally. McMaster University and Mohawk College are significant collaborators in our daily work.

The Interprofessional

Development team is positioned within the Nursing Practice, Education and Community Health portfolio and supports HHS staff and learners with their education, professional development and practice needs. Services provided include staff education and development; learner placements; libraries, Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) programs and Ministry Health Human Resource initiatives.

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct.



Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at (phone hidden), Ext. 46947 for assistance.

If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement

Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement

Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement

Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement

Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

📌 Clinical Extern Coordinator (Ontario)
🏢 Hamilton Health Sciences
📍 Ontario