Program Coordinator I
tamus · College Station, TX ·
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- Project management
Job Title
Program Coordinator IAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Rural MedicineProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Program Coordinator I, under general supervision, works collaboratively with campus leadership to coordinate, plan, develop and implement programs & activities for Texas A&M Vashisht College of Medicine's (VCOM) undergraduate medical education Rural Medicine Track to include strategic planning, education and accreditation responsibilities. Special emphasis is placed on clerkship coordination, student development, mentorship advising and course management.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.
Travel: This position may require up to 10% or more travel
Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Responsibilities:
Clerkship Coordination:
Assists with course leadership to create undergraduate medical education (UME) curriculum for the third year of medicine consisting of, but not limited to, course requirements, threads and electives in a longitudinal integrated format
Coordinates longitudinal integrated curriculum (LIC) in an e-learning environment utilizing various learning management system (LMS) applications as well as additional required software applications including, but not limited to, Canvas, Elentra, and a Time Clock system
Prepares proposals for the Integrated Medicine Year-At-A-Glance to be presented and approved by the Clerkship Leadership. Coordinates with others to create new programs.
Plans and implements programs by collaborating with team members to design a schedule that meets the needs of each core clerkship
Uses negotiation skills, creative thinking, knowledge of short- and long-term goals and strategies for a final product that is functional for students and faculty and ensures that all curriculum requirements are included in program offerings
Assists in establishing goals and objectives
Coordinate activities related to educational conferences, meetings, lectures, clinical learning sessions, examinations and special events as directed by curriculum and leadership
Monitors student well-being and performance to identify and assist individuals facing academic and/or personal difficulties. Participates in the national organization for related clerkship
Assist students with resources available to optimize their learning opportunities within the program
Assists with development of syllabi, training materials (delivers training), reports on program activities for each clerkship
Maintains strict confidentiality with regards to FERPA and HIPPA documentation, i.e., student records
Preceptor Relationship Management:
Develops, liaises, and maintains relationships with community physicians, clinical staff, affiliate partners, i.e., healthcare systems, clinics, and community organizations
Assists with recruitment of clinical faculty to provide educational experiences for medical students
Provide liaison support between faculty, students and administration
Elective Coordination:
Research, develops, plans and coordinates various elective program offerings for students in the geographic rural area
Supports and coordinates VCOM projects and programs external to assigned clerkship(s). May include, but is not limited to, rural geographic area
Policies and Procedures:
Utilizes solid understanding and knowledge of UME education policies and procedures and VCOM medical student handbook guidelines
Assists in carrying out VCOM policies and procedures
Follows established communication channels concerning inquiries and issues
Accreditation:
Compiles and maintains data to ensure compliance with institutional and program accreditation requirements, i.e. Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME)
Coordinates and prepares materials for continued institutional accreditation
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in higher education administration.
Two (2) years of related experience in medical education and/or experience in higher education administration
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree
Three or more years of related experience in medical education and/or experience in higher education administration
Experience with learning management systems (i.e. eCampus, Canvas)
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
Knowledge and skill in Canva, Advanced Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present and interface with administrators at all levels.
Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs
Ability to develop and prepare presentations.
Ability to independently plan, schedule, carry out and meet myriad deadlines.
Strong problem solving, conflict management and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to mediate conversations.
Strong organizational skills
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.