Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is seeking experienced, motivated, and dedicated leaders and educators to participate in the design and delivery of an innovative four-year medical school curriculum that engages medical students in active and novel learning.
Job Description:
Program Coordinator, Curricular Affairs (Clinical Education)
Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is seeking experienced, motivated, and dedicated leaders and educators to participate in designing and delivering an innovative four-year medical school curriculum that engages medical students in active and novel learning.
About The Position
The Program Coordinator will have a unique opportunity to work with the Medical Education team to build a free-standing degree-granting medical school in Northwest Arkansas.
The Program Coordinator plays a crucial role in managing the smooth operation of the clinical education curriculum throughout all four years. These include early clinical experience course, required clinical clerkships and elective rotations. The Program Coordinator will provide and manage essential administrative support to ensure the seamless execution of these critical components of the curriculum. This position requires a detailed-oriented individual who can handle multiple tasks effectively, ensuring that all aspects of the clinical education program run smoothly.
We are building a workplace and learning climate where inclusive excellence and whole health principles are inextricable parts of our culture and practices. All voices are heard and valued, and professional and personal growth are actively supported. We are building a school that will facilitate exceptional professional development opportunities for our team members.
Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions Specific to the Position:
Organize and coordinate student educational experiences and assignments to clinical sites.
Manage student schedules, ensuring timely and accurate information.
Serve as point of contact for students, addressing their questions and concerns related to courses, clerkships and rotations.
Communicate with students, faculty, and site administrators regarding student schedules, evaluations, and other issues.
Develop and recommend processes and coordinate new ideas and improvements.
Assist with the implementation of instructional technologies such as, but not limited to Canvas, One45, and ExamSoft.
Assist in the administration of exams and assessments, including proctoring, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with exam policies.
Manage projects that require excellent multitasking, organization skills, and attention to detail.
Organize and coordinate new ideas and programming.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum Work Experiences and Qualifications
3-5 years of full-time administrative support experience
Experience in higher education, medical education, and/or healthcare
Experience in process improvement and project management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Instructional Technologies and ability to learn new software applications
Preferred Work Experiences and Qualifications
Strong editing and writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Enjoy learning with a solid commitment to professional growth
Support the mission and vision of the AWSOM
Demonstrate strong judgment, intellectual agility, and flexibility regarding overall priorities and day-to-day tasks
Skills Expected of All AWSOM Team Members
Exemplary written, verbal, and other communication skills
Adaptable and flexible to the needs of the position and the school
Collaborative Skills: Build and maintain relationships internal and external to the organization
Creative and Open-Minded: Enjoy exploring and supporting innovation in teaching strategies, topic areas, professional growth opportunities, and more
Discerning: Ability to recognize and support innovation
Highly self-directed, and reliable, and accountable
Strong commitment to self-care
Commitment to meet and maintain professional development requirements related to this role.
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement, background check and verification of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.