University of Rochester
healthcare
Sr.EducationProgramSpecialist,LabMed
“Sr. Education Program Specialist, Lab Med at University of Rochester. Skills: management of education initiatives, oversight of Advanced Certificate Programs, curriculum design, program assessment, clinical/medical technology program management, personnel management, affiliate program management, recruitment, regulatory leadership. management, daily operations, and resource support for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine education initiatives. overseeing the Advanced Certificate ”
What You'll Achieve.
maintenance and growth of our educational programs; Ensures that Graduate Medical Education programs are in compliance; Continually assesses effectiveness of all programs and recommends/designs/implements improvements
Industry & Context.
Effective time organization; and ability to prioritize and adjust as needed required; Ability to work efficiently & effectively in a dynamic environment required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Histotechnology, or a relevant science required, Master’s degree in relevant science, management or education field required within 2 years from hire, Four years of clinical/training, with two years of teaching experience in a program accredited by the National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS), New York State License to practice Clinical Laboratory Technology in the relevant category required, ASCP Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Histotechnologist required, Excellent communication skills required, Effective time organization; and ability to prioritize and adjust as needed required, Ability to work efficiently & effectively in a dynamic environment required, computer skills required, Familiarity with complex information systems required
What You'll Do.
and resource support for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine education initiatives
overseeing the Advanced Certificate Programs
scheduling student learning experiences
assurance that university
national accreditation and state regulations are met
Manages daily operations in the Advanced Certificate Programs and affiliated allied health professional training programs
Assists the Director of Education with development of strategic plans in education for the department
Continually assesses effectiveness of all programs and recommends/designs/implements improvements
Identifies needs and creates content for new educational programs/initiatives
Manages approved programs as directed and assists in development of curricula
Admissions: reviews applicants for the oversees that interviews are works with interview committee to select and admit candidates for the coming year
Scheduling: develops bootcamp
clinical rotation and lecture schedules in collaboration with program education coordinators and faculty
Curriculum Design: designs curriculum that meets NAACLS and NYSED standards and regulations
Advising: manager of student body. Advises students on: career goals
and professional performance
Grading/Student Assessments: manages grading policies and academic reports in the Learning Management System
Course construction in Learning Management System
Graduation: oversees submission of graduation forms to the registrar
Coaches and mentors staff in educator roles within the department
Promotes and sets accountability for a just culture and engaged workforce
Instructs and supports Supervisors
and Managers for coordination and effectiveness of onboarding
and continuing education/competency processes across the department
Provides curricular expertise/assessment techniques for clinical programs
management of instructional activities
and licensure/certification preparation as directed
May supervise daily activities of up to 2 staff members
Coordinates schedules and trainings for students from affiliated allied health programs
Works as a liaison to these programs
Oversees organization and management of recruitment programs to pathology professions
programs and positions with a focus on licensed technical positions
Leads committees and focus groups related to education
Ensures that visitor programs follow policies and procedures set forth by Central Administration and the School of Medicine and Dentistry
Functions as a resource with regard to accrediting and regulatory agency requirements including
Participates with professional organizations for continuing education and knowledge of best practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Models leadership skills of professionalism, positive attitude, team building, good judgment, and respect; Provides leadership and initiative in improving strategic performance with effective decision making, planning and implementation skills; Encourages open expression of ideas and suggestions; Under direction of the Director of Education, in collaboration with faculty and division senior management, develops long and short-term goals and objectives; Actively works with University Academic Affairs, SMD and state/regulatory agency partners to influence and advance opportunities in these Allied Health Professions; Works as a liaison to these programs; Leads committees and focus groups related to education, engagement, and recognition; Instructs and supports Supervisors, Faculty, and Managers for coordination and effectiveness of onboarding, training, and continuing education/competency processes across the department
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills required
Process & Methodology
effective decision making, planning, implementation skills
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