Clinical Relations Specialist

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Join Us in Transforming Healthcare Education.

At Joyce University, work is more than a job — it’s a shared commitment to excellence, growth, and purpose. Since 1979, we’ve been dedicated to one mission: empowering every student to succeed in healthcare. That same dedication extends to our people.

We’re proud to be recognized among Utah’s Best Companies to Work For, but what truly defines us is our culture — built on integrity, service, learning, and caring. We invest deeply in our team’s personal and professional growth, creating a workplace that celebrates success, values connection, and believes in the power of every individual.

From our self-directed time-off philosophy to our focus on well-being and total rewards, we’re intentional about helping our people thrive — inside and outside of work.

Here, your expertise shapes the future of healthcare. Your voice matters. Your growth is supported. Together, we’re building a university — and a future — where every student, and every team member, can, should, and will succeed.

Position Details:

Location: Remote or Draper, UT (Hybrid/Remote flexibility with up to 35% travel)

At Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences, we are dedicated to preparing tomorrow’s healthcare professionals with the skills, confidence, and compassion to make a difference. As a Clinical Relations Specialist, you will be at the heart of that mission—building and maintaining the partnerships that ensure our nursing students have access to high-quality, real-world clinical experiences.

This role is a dynamic blend of relationship management, problem-solving, and service. You’ll be the go-to connection between Joyce University and our clinical partners, ensuring placements run smoothly while cultivating long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with healthcare providers across the country.

What You'll Do

• Foster and grow partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations to expand clinical placement opportunities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clinical sites, ensuring excellent communication and collaboration.
• Negotiate and manage affiliation agreements in partnership with legal and clinical operations teams.
• Place students in clinical rotations that align with program objectives—ensuring no gaps or delays in their educational journey.
• Conduct regular check-ins with partners to surface feedback, solve problems, and build lasting relationships.
• Maintain accurate placement and partner data using systems such as CORE, ASANA, and CRM tools.
• Represent Joyce University at site visits, conferences, and community events—promoting our mission and strengthening our clinical network.
  

What's in it for You

At Joyce University, we invest in the success and well-being of our employees. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• A generous self-directed PTO policy
• Paid holidays and a 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Fully paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Professional development opportunities and world-class continuing education assistance
• A supportive, collaborative team environment where your voice matters

Requirements

What You Bring

• 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales, customer relations, or healthcare partnership roles.
• Knowledge of the healthcare industry, with the ability to build credibility with providers and clinical sites.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with CRM or data management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; academic or clinical placement experience a plus.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to directly shape the future of healthcare education. By cultivating strong relationships with clinical partners, you’ll help ensure that our students graduate prepared, confident, and ready to serve communities across the nation. If you’re a relationship builder with a passion for healthcare and education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join Joyce University in shaping the next generation of healthcare heroes.