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Job Description HEALTH PROFNS EDUC SPEC 3 Working Title GME Accreditation Coordinator
Job Code 004389 Grade 21
Department Name Graduate Medical Ed Dept - D02004 Department Head Rajesh Gulati
Supervisor Lauren Hook Effective Date
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE

Generic Scope
Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope
Applies knowledge about curriculum, requirements and educational activities to coordinate professional health education programs. Coordinates and maintains program operations, which may include teaching and learning activities, program curriculum, learner scheduling, maintaining databases, tracking learner compliance, and program accreditation.

Department Custom Scope
The Graduate Medical Education (GME) Accreditation Coordinator participates in the long-range planning and development of GME office projects and provides analytical and programmatic support to the DIO, GME Director and Program Directors. Responsible for management and coordination of accreditation related tasks for 130+ resident and fellow physicians and nine training programs. This includes policy interpretation, implementation of procedures to support effective and efficient operations, and ensuring compliance with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and University policies. Assists with the review, evaluation, development, and implementation of institutional policies and compliance with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) requirements, and tracking trainee compliance. Maintains and provides educational support for program management software (MedHub). This position also serves as a resource to residents and fellows and completes other duties/projects as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Master's degree in related area. Preferred

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement
Prior experience working in or with graduate medical education programs or graduate education in a medical school of higher education environment. Required
4 - 7 years of related experience. Required

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement
C-TAGME Preferred

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Manages program files and data, which may include individual learner files as well as program accreditation documentation in accordance with relevant regulatory and University policies. Creates reports to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
  • Organizes inputs from multiple contributors and synthesizes into documents including work plans and reports. Generates charts, graphs, narrative reports and power point presentations of collective work products. Develops, implements and maintains survey implementation and results management for various initiatives and committees. Compiles and analyzes data for inclusion in reports, presentations and other communications. Prepares reports and distributes them to programs and department leadership as planned or requested.
15
Liaise between program and/or departmental administration and University stakeholders. Develops new approaches or methods for maintaining effective communication. Participates in campus-wide committees.
  • Responsible for oversight of the Graduate Medical Education sponsoring institution and programs. This includes planning, coordinating, and implementing processes and procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation requirements. Assists with the review, evaluation, development, and implementation of institutional policies and compliance with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) requirements. Creates tools for ongoing measurement and reporting of compliance with ACGME requirements. Reports compliance trends and suggest improvement strategies to internal, institutional, and external stakeholders. Examples include: assisting in coordination of the Annual Institutional Review (AIR) and Annual Program Review (APE), Non-Standard Training Programs and institutional site visits. Responsible for assuring programs are aware of regulatory requirements of ACGME and that all programs, including the institution, meet deadlines and reporting responsibilities of ACGME.
15
Analyzes the user experience of educational technologies to optimize the teaching and learning environment. Capitalizes on opportunities to more efficiently and effectively administer educational software and platforms. Seeks solutions to enhance the user experience.
  • Coordinates and monitors overall program use of required MedHub modules to ensure adherence and consistency. Manages ACGME WebADS system (Accreditation Data System) for ACGME institutional, common and specialty specific requirements including updating participating sites, institutional updates, program updates, resident/fellow information, program surveys, faculty surveys, ACGME notifications of accreditation decisions, etc. Tracks and analyzes accreditation activities and reports for programs through WebADS to ensure strict compliance with ACGME institutional, common and program-specific requirements.
15
Works with program managers and/or faculty to meet the educational needs of program learners through collaborative development and implementation of programmatic activities, which may include program competencies, curriculum, and exams.
  • Identifies and implements process improvement initiatives for delivering services more effectively and efficiently. Benchmarks with national GME colleagues regarding best practice in program offerings, and management of systems; becomes expert in field by attending training/conferences and continuous learning and development. Advises departments on questions, policies, procedures, and resources. Elevates matters to GME leadership, as appropriate.
10
Manages operational components of the program specific to the employment of learners which may include human resources onboarding; appointment paperwork; credentialing; managing training grants; payroll management (FTE tracking); benefits and leave advising; and Medicare reimbursement reporting.
  • Coordinates and monitors onboarding for incoming, transferring, graduating residents and fellows including utilization of assigned checklists in MedHub
10
Monitors learner files as well as program documentation and policy to ensure compliance with established and evolving standards. Develops and maintains program processes for documentation to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Creates and disburses useful, concise documentation of processes.
5
Serves as point person for learners, which may include prospective health professions education program candidates; current health professions education learners; and all other stakeholders. Answers questions and disseminates program information. Resolves ad hoc issues relative to program learners. Advises learners on planning, initiation, and completion of their studies. Communicates clinical learning opportunities and curriculum requirements and effectively communicates information about learners' program choices.
  • Provides technical support for trainees and program coordinators as needed related to program tools and systems.
5
Collaborates with program faculty and leadership to develop learner assessment documentation; including assessment tools and assessment strategies/timelines. Implements learner assessment strategies and ensure compliance with deadlines. Analyzes learner performance, curriculum effectiveness, and impact of rotation experience and other educational activities. Provides summary reports of evaluations to program leadership.
5
Collaborates with program faculty and leadership to develop program and curricular evaluation documentation; including evaluation tools and strategies/timelines. Implements program evaluation strategies and ensures compliance with deadlines. Analyzes program performance, curriculum effectiveness, and impact of rotation experience and other educational activities. Provides summary reports of evaluations to program leadership.
5
Develops and maintains program communication resources, which may include maintaining the program website to ensure updated information and program requirements; generating informational brochures; creating and updating program or course syllabi; assisting with journal submissions; manage program marketing and collateral production; and maintaining email and address lists. Implements new ideas on ways to improve program communication.
  • Develops, implements and maintains UCR/GME website.
5
Analyzes a wide range of educational issues and applies project management principles and practices to achieve results in academic setting. May work with matrixed teams of professionals and key stakeholders to deliver effective results.
5
Supports GMEC subcommittees as needed. Participates on the Subcommittee for Internal Review (SIR) as needed to review resident/program files for consistency, appropriate documents within the file and maintaining up-to-date information regarding contracts, licenses, etc., within academic program files. Assists and serves as project team member on department and organization projects. Participates in mock site visits as requested by the GME Director. Other duties as assigned.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Thorough knowledge of educational software and platforms. Demonstrated ability to analyze and seek solutions to enhance the user experience. Required
Thorough knowledge of data management, documentation methods used in investigating and presenting findings about the program. Skills include statistical analysis of data across databases and systems. Required
Thorough knowledge of relevant policies and regulatory requirements. Solid knowledge of health professions education program requirements. Thorough knowledge of health professions education industry. Required
Excellent organizational skills, analytical, and demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to complete work and meet established deadlines in an accurate and timely manner, and to manage short and competing deadlines. Required
Demonstrated experience and documented excellence in oral and written communications skills; includes active listening and critical thinking. Required
Strong interpersonal skills. Actively cooperates and supports the work of others. Ability to work productively with anyone regardless of background. Empathetic and aware of impact on others. Strong problem solving skills to assist learners and resolve issues. Required
Thorough knowledge of administrative analysis and operations research. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement processes and systems. Thorough knowledge of the administrative and operational implications in a program. Required
Ability to maintain confidentiality of extremely sensitive and confidential patient and employee information. Required
Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with general supervision. Required
Knowledge and experience working with UC or UCR policies, procedures and business systems. Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions

Level of Supervision Received
General Supervision

Environment

Working Environment
UC Intellicenter

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : N/A
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : N/A
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : N/A
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : N/A

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Occasionally
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Frequently

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: Yes

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