Preceptor Jobs

Preceptor jobs are open across healthcare, nursing education, and clinical training programs, from new-grad orientation roles to experienced clinical educators and program leads, with specializations in bedside mentorship, skills lab instruction, and staff development. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles102+
Top stateGeorgia
Top employerFresenius Medical Care
Top cityAthens, GA
Work type86% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Adjunct Instructor - EMS Skills Lab/Clinical Preceptor
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Adjunct Instructor - EMS Skills Lab/Clinical Preceptor
COLLEGE OF THE MAINLAND
Texas City, Texas
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$27.04 - $37.96/hr
AEMT Certification
201-500

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Acute Care RN Preceptor (Flint Hills) - Operating & Recovery - FT - Day
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Acute Care RN Preceptor (Flint Hills) - Operating & Recovery - FT - Day
Stormont Vail Health
Junction City, Kansas
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Patient Care Technician Preceptor - PCT - Dialysis
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Patient Care Technician Preceptor - PCT - Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care
Newberg, Oregon
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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RN Home Health Clinical Preceptor
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RN Home Health Clinical Preceptor
UnityPoint Health
Urbandale, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Home Health Physical Therapist Preceptor
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Home Health Physical Therapist Preceptor
Residential Home Health and Residential Hospice
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
501-1,000

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Preceptor Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Fresenius Medical Care42
  • BAYADA Home Health Care12
  • UnityPoint Health3
  • Piedmont Healthcare3
  • Osceola Medical Center3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services12
  • Staffing & Recruiting2
  • Education1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in preceptor jobs.

  • Active RN licensure in the state of employment with at least two years of clinical experience
  • Demonstrated experience precepting or orienting new graduate or new-hire nurses
  • Strong clinical competency in a specific unit type such as ICU, emergency, or perioperative care
  • Completion of a formal preceptor development or clinical educator training program
  • Ability to assess learning needs and adapt teaching to individual orientee skill levels
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems used for clinical documentation and education tracking

Tips for Your Preceptor Job Search

Tailor your resume to each clinical setting

Highlight the specific patient population and unit type you precepted in, such as ICU, med-surg, or pediatrics. Hiring managers in clinical education want to see that your background matches their floor, not just that you have precepting experience in general.

List your preceptor training or certification

If you've completed a formal preceptor development program through your employer or a nursing organization, name it on your resume. Many postings screen for structured preceptor training, and leaving it off can cost you an interview even when you're well qualified.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists preceptor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Search by unit type, not just job title

Preceptor openings are often posted under titles like clinical educator, staff development specialist, or charge nurse preceptor. Search those variations alongside the word preceptor so you don't miss openings that match your background.

Prepare a teaching philosophy for your interview

Interviewers for preceptor roles frequently ask how you approach adult learning and handle a struggling orientee. Have a concrete example ready that shows your method, the challenge you faced, and what the new hire did differently after your coaching.

Ask about preceptor-to-orientee ratios before accepting

Some facilities assign one preceptor to multiple new hires simultaneously, which affects your workload and the quality of mentorship you can deliver. Confirm the expected ratio during the offer stage so you're not stepping into an unsustainable setup.

Preceptor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most preceptors?

The most active employers for preceptors right now are Fresenius Medical Care, BAYADA Home Health Care, and UnityPoint Health, and the most openings are in Georgia, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, academic medical centers, and large regional hospitals tend to post the highest volume of preceptor openings year-round.

How many preceptor jobs are remote?

About 14% of preceptor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most requiring at least some on-site presence for direct clinical observation and hands-on skills validation. Roles focused on curriculum development, online nursing education, or simulation program coordination are the most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.

How do you become a preceptor?

Start by gaining solid clinical experience in your specialty area and demonstrating consistent competency on your unit. Express interest to your nurse manager or education department, as most facilities recruit preceptors internally first. Complete any formal preceptor training your employer offers, then take on a first orientee under the guidance of an experienced educator before moving to independent precepting.

Can you get a preceptor role with limited experience?

Most employers expect at least two years of clinical experience before you precept independently, but you can build toward the role earlier by volunteering to mentor student nurses or shadow an existing preceptor on your unit. Some residency programs and community hospitals will consider candidates with strong performance records and completed preceptor coursework even if they're just reaching the minimum experience threshold.

What does the preceptor interview process look like?

Expect a behavioral interview focused on how you handle a struggling orientee, how you adapt your teaching style, and how you balance patient care with mentorship responsibilities. Many hospitals include a panel with a nurse educator, unit manager, and sometimes a staff nurse. Some facilities ask you to walk through a sample orientation plan or describe how you would address a specific clinical competency gap.

Where can I find and apply to preceptor jobs?

You can find and apply to preceptor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your specialty, location preference, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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