Medical Education Program Coordinator (Modesto)

Available Staff Positions • Modesto, CA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Education Program Coordinator (MEPC) plans and implements the day-to-day operations of assigned medical education programs, including programs for medical residents, medical students, physician assistant students, nurse practitioner students, and pharmacy students. The coordinator helps ensure the smooth planning, preparation, and implementation of programs, serves as a primary resource for students, faculty, and administrative staff, and acts as an institutional liaison between internal education programs and outside organizations and agencies. Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Director of Provider Staff Services.

The position works at the Modesto Paradise Site, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The weekly workload is described as averaging 60% Medical Education duties, 20% Advanced Training Program duties, and 20% direct recruitment; this may change according to position and department needs. Travel, including overnight travel for targeted recruiting opportunities, may be required. The work is primarily indoors in an office setting, with a quiet-to-average noise level and daily use of general office equipment.

Compensation is $26.87–$28.21 per hour. Golden Valley Health Centers offers medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, a 403(b) with match, FSA plans, gym discounts, and other benefits.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience coordinating and/or managing student provider, nursing, or pharmacy programs.
• Ability to coordinate student and trainee schedules in day-to-day operations and complete general healthcare administration tasks.
• Proficiency in writing departmental policies and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle fast-paced, time-sensitive matters with internal and external constituents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and communities.
• Critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritize projects, complete work accurately, and meet timelines efficiently.
• Ability to use available technology to perform job responsibilities.
• Valid California driver’s license, acceptable driving history, and proof of liability insurance.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and push up to 50 pounds on wheels on rare occasions.
• Ability to hear staff by phone and people served in person, speak clearly, and read documents and computer screens with or without corrective lenses.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of student internship programs and medical rotations is strongly preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and interview Advanced Practice Practitioner candidates for the Advanced Training Program and other programs involving selection of students, preceptors, proctorships, and shadowing.
• Create and coordinate program and faculty schedules for the Advanced Training Program, including recruiting providers for current and future training programs.
• Serve as the primary contact for onboarding and orientation of new providers in the Advanced Training Program and other students and residents.
• Support processes that promote education-program growth and success, implementing changes as directed.
• Participate in strategic planning and decision-making about process changes for the Advanced Training Program and other medical education programs with the relevant medical directors, Provider Staff Services leaders, and medical teams.
• Provide reasonable mentoring and development opportunities for program participants.
• Recruit student and resident candidates through internal referrals, career fairs, and outreach to institutions.
• Place students and trainees in assignments based on their interests.
• Support daily schedules for residents, Advanced Training Program providers, and students.
• Maintain an up-to-date roster of providers willing to host student or trainee rotations.
• Work with clinical teams to ensure students, trainees, and preceptors understand rotation schedules and requirements.
• Build effective relationships with providers and GVHC leaders, managers, supervisors, and support staff.
• Support student testing when indicated and develop schedules to support student success at GVHC.
• Liaise between medical education programs and external agencies, organizations, and communities.
• Work with new schools and training programs to ensure affiliation agreements and insurance are current and reviewed by senior staff for each participating organization.
• Support project management for current education programs and help ensure successful delivery.
• Ensure required TB and immunization records, background checks, OIG checks, and drug-screen results are received from the school or student before rotations begin.
• Support new educational initiatives and assist with implementation in collaboration with other departments.
• Recognize and resolve issues promptly using clear processes and judgment.
• Coordinate orientation and training with HR and IT for students and trainees, ensuring equipment is ready before rotations and returned to GVHC afterward.
• Assist with other assigned projects, activities, and programs.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and use problem-solving skills.
• Travel, including overnight travel, to attend targeted recruiting opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including stated deductible and out-of-pocket maximum options and PPO coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) with employer match.
• Flexible spending account plans.
• Gym discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree