Medical Student Education Coordinator - Family Medicine

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Family Medicine is seeking a Medical Student Education Program Manager to provide administrative management and curricular expertise for the department’s medical student education program. The role manages student placements, preceptor and student communications, curricular administration, program evaluation, reporting, and learner scheduling in clinical settings. The position is based at Northgate Family Medicine Clinic in Iowa City and is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa, subject to a work arrangement form and applicable university policies. Work arrangement options will be discussed during hiring. The position is listed as 100% time. The university offers a fringe benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, health, dental, life and disability insurance options, and employer contributions to retirement plans.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least one year of administrative experience.
Demonstrated ability to work within a team.
Proficiency with word-processing software, data analysis, and database management software.

Nice To Haves

Ability to relate to the public, Iowa family physicians, students, and University personnel at all levels.
Experience working in Graduate Medical Education.
Experience working with ICON and MAUI course-management software.
Experience working with a student population, ideally at the post-graduate level.
Experience in public speaking and public program representation.
Knowledge of UI College of Medicine policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Administer placement of more than 160 medical students with qualified community preceptors; manage sign-ups, schedules, ongoing placement concerns, site problems, and complaints.
Provide functional supervision of the preceptorship program and serve as the primary contact for students and community sites.
Manage student evaluations, grades, and documentation of curricular requirements.
Administer the Ottilie Targeted Stipend program.
Maintain course syllabus materials and conduct monthly student orientation sessions for the Family Medicine Preceptorship.
Administer communications to students and preceptors and present relevant information at required College of Medicine meetings.
Assist in developing or coordinating classroom instruction that corresponds with clinical experiences.
Recruit, retain, and train community preceptors; maintain the Preceptor Manual and online training modules.
Coordinate and assist with preceptor training workshops and meetings, and facilitate adjunct faculty appointments for preceptors.
Administer the Medical Education Community Orientation program (MECO) and recruit community hospitals to host medical students.
Advise students on site placement based on their interests, opportunities, and career goals; conduct the placement match process and serve as the main contact.
Develop curriculum and communication tools for participating students.
Prepare, analyze, and maintain data for periodic program and MECO reports.
Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of the Family Medicine Preceptorship and M4 electives through data analysis, and prepare reports for the College of Medicine and other entities.
Develop written exams and analyze data to assess exam and student performance.
Coordinate learner placements in Department of Family Medicine clinics by working with clinic and program administrators to identify needs and availability.
Coordinate learner placement according to established policies so space and resources are used effectively, and organize the master schedule for learners in departmental clinical settings.