GME Residency Program Coordinator

Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

Resident Training Pgm-Clinic

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Administrative Services

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This is a full-time position, scheduled Monday through Friday, 7am to 4pm or 8am to 5pm (there may be one to two weekend days per month that will be required. There may be days that you will need to come in early and/or stay later).

The GME program coordinator will provide administrative support to the Program Manager, Program Coordinators, Program Director, Associate Program Directors and Chief Residents in the ACGME accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program. The coordinator will be responsible for filing documents, maintaining resident files, assist in the preparation of documentation and reports for the program, helps with planning and coordination of resident events such as graduation, orientation, and resident retreats, helps with recruitment activities.

The Internal Medicine Residency Program is a highly collegial, mid-sized academic training program that offers diverse experiences at multiple state-of-the-art training sites. It is a friendly program with high academic standards and rigorous clinical models, and residents gain exposure to a broad range of patients and faculty. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of the program and the residents, serving as a key part of the support team facilitating the advancement of the College of Medicine -Tucson's tripartite mission.

The position requires the applicant to have at least 3 years of GME or ACGME experience.

Banner University Medical Group is our nonprofit faculty practice plan associated with the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine in Phoenix and Tucson. Our 800-plus clinicians provide primary and specialty care to patients at highly ranked Banner - University Medical Centers and dozens of clinics while providing mentorship to more than 700 residents and fellows. Our practice values and encourages the three-part mission of academic medicine: research, education and excellent patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for organizing and documenting all medical education activities for an assigned program. Provides administrative support to faculty, residents and department committees as assigned.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Collects and assembles required data for residency related projects. Assists in gathering information to facilitate development of the program's fiscal budget, and monitors monthly financial reports for variances.

2. Maintains knowledge of current accreditation and board requirements for medical students, residents, clerkships, and/or fellowships as required. Participates in resident recruitment process. Coordinates the application process. Keeps communication materials and web site up-to-date. Reviews and processes all correspondence and applications. Schedules interviews for potential Residents.

3. Coordinates rotations and clinics, and call/service calendar for residents, medical students, fellows and faculty as assigned. Generates, maintains, and distributes monthly schedules. Coordinates conferences and continuing medical education programs and tracks cost.

4. Maintains all records necessary to verify successful completion of residency program. Maintains a procedural database and duty hours. Prepares all cyclical reports for residents, staff and attending physicians.

5. Provides administrative support for faculty, residents, and department committees as assigned.

6. Incumbents in this position must develop knowledge of residency program operations and accreditation requirements. Incumbents work with limited supervision and exercise critical thinking skills. Internal customers are primarily medical faculty and residents but also include medical students, fellows, employees, patients, visitor, community agencies, and management staff at local, regional, and corporate levels.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

The position also requires skills and abilities typically attained with 3 years of experience in a related area. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and must have the ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast paced environment

Must be proficient with commonly used office software and computers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s Degree and/or additional experience preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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Employment Type: Full time