Education Assistant (Full-time)

Larkin Community Hospital • South Miami, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Larkin Community Hospital is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated Education Assistant to join our Education Department. The Education Assistant provides administrative, clerical, and operational support to the Education Department in coordinating employee orientation, continuing education, mandatory training, and professional development activities. This position assists in maintaining accurate education records, scheduling training sessions, communicating with hospital personnel, and supporting compliance with hospital policies and applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of administrative, clerical, or office support experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare facility, or educational environment strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, track deadlines, and prepare administrative reports.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills when interacting with employees, instructors, and hospital leadership.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet established deadlines.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn hospital policies, procedures, and educational requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Experience coordinating employee training, orientation, or educational programs is a plus.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, instructors, and hospital personnel in both languages.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and electronic recordkeeping systems preferred.
• Basic understanding of healthcare regulatory and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission and applicable state and federal requirements, preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative and clerical support to the Education Department, including document preparation, filing, data entry, recordkeeping, and correspondence.
• Assist in the coordination and scheduling of new employee orientation, annual mandatory education, in-service training, and professional development programs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee education and training records, including attendance, certifications, competency documentation, and course completion.
• Coordinate training schedules, classroom reservations, educational materials, and equipment necessary for educational activities.
• Assist with tracking employee compliance with required educational programs, annual competencies, and mandatory training deadlines.
• Communicate with department directors, managers, supervisors, and employees regarding scheduled training sessions, outstanding educational requirements, and upcoming deadlines.
• Support the coordination of Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and other applicable training programs.
• Assist with maintaining and updating the hospital's Learning Management System (LMS) or other educational tracking systems.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, attendance logs, and educational compliance summaries as requested by Education Department leadership.
• Assist in organizing educational events, workshops, presentations, and employee development initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee records and other sensitive hospital information in accordance with established policies.
• Provide administrative support during regulatory surveys, audits, and accreditation reviews by assisting with the collection and organization of educational documentation.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Nursing Administration, Employee Health, and other departments to support employee onboarding and ongoing training requirements.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Education Department leadership.

Benefits

• At Larkin Community Hospital, we are committed to providing quality patient care through education, professional development, and continuous improvement.
• Larkin Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED