Clinical Education Specialist (Office of Clinical Education - Galveston)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field and three years of related experience; or associate’s degree and five or more years of coordination experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

To manage programs and projects in the post-clerkship phase for the Office of Clinical Education.

JOB SUMMARY

To provide coordination of all phases and activities associated with the post-clerkship phase courses for medical students.  Includes coordination of specific courses, support for course specific meetings, and coordination and education of community preceptors. 

JOB DUTIES:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of a program directly related to management or general business operation.
• Ensures the goals and objectives of programs/initiatives specified are accomplished in accordance with prescribed priorities, deadlines, and funding conditions.
• Determines methods and procedures for program, staffing requirements, budget and resources closely working with supervisor.
• Assesses program/initiative status and implements appropriate actions.
• Provides technical advice to assist in solving problems.
• Serves as resource and subject matter expert.
• Proctor exams as needed (as a secondary/backup role, coordinators are primary)
• Provides education of community faculty and coordinators regarding elective and other program requirements and communication about deadlines.
• Develop relationships with community preceptors as needed and assists with onboarding and faculty development needs of community preceptors when indicated.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Vocational/special training
• Analytical/interpersonal skills
• Physical or mental abilities
• Demonstrated competencies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Basic proficiency and recent work experience in database applications and software systems. Working knowledge of MS Access (data entry, create  reports,  create queries).
• Knowledge of Excel and other UTMB systems such as Tivoli, My Star, New Innovations, Perspective.
• Superior communication skills, multitasking  skills,  organization,  and  attention  to detail. Ability to speak clearly and concisely when relaying the needs of UTMB to potential preceptors.
• Interpersonal communication skills sufficient to work with a broad range of professionals in legal, healthcare and education arenas.
• Website maintenance and design a plus, but not required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and a dependable vehicle for traveling to preceptor offices throughout Texas.
• Experience as a coordinator in an educational setting.
• Experience communicating effectively and efficiently in a deadline driven professional setting.

SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with experience 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Standard office environment. 
• Occasional trips to outside locations possible with travel up to 25% of working time. 
• Flexible schedule.
• Standard office equipment.