Job Summary 

Assists Graduate Medical Education (GME) leadership with implementation, process management, oversight, education, and troubleshooting of the infrastructure and accreditation requirements for hosting Graduate Medical Education (GME) training programs within the health system. 

Essential Functions

• Adheres to Atrium Health standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships, and team building.
• Assists GME leadership with the implementation and monitoring of the ACGME institutional and program requirements.
• Serves as project lead for various GME related initiatives identified by GME leadership which may include but is not limited to payroll, benefits, match processes, incoming and outgoing House Staff documentation, website administration, regulatory coordination, and residency management platforms.
• Coordinates annual Division-wide orientation program for all new residents and fellows, including delegation and supervision of human resource employee actions.
• Works closely with the GME leaders and department team members to identify process needs, develop plans to control and improve processes, and ensures that optimal service levels are provided.
• Serves as a resource for residency and fellowship program staff. Provides leadership and guidance; provides training to residency and fellowship program coordinators as needed or determined by GME leaders.
• Participates in strategic and operational planning to design, implement, and evaluate programmatic needs.
• Represents GME in various internal and external meetings and committees as assigned.
• Plans, develops, and coordinates meetings, newsletters, and electronic bulletins.
• Works with Medical Staff Services office to ensure institutional compliance with all Atrium Health and ACGME requirements, as well as state and federal agencies including the N. C. Medical Board. Coordinates and communicates with other departments/divisions within and external to Atrium Health as needed to perform activities.
• Maintains a comprehensive understanding of ACGME institutional requirements and guidelines; stays current on ACGME institutional changes and modifications; understands residency/fellowship program management and is able to identify program information as necessary.
• Oversees exit process for residents upon graduation; including preparation of certificates and employee action forms to terminate status.
• Performs other duties as assigned by GME and Medical Education leadership.

Physical Requirements

Work requires the ability to occasionally lift paperwork that may weigh up to 30 pounds. Primarily works in an office setting.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred in Education, Business Administration, Health Administration or Public Health and/or five years’ experience in ACGME accreditation, regulations, program management and processes; or combination of equivalent education and/or experience. Must obtain Notary Public Certification within first 120 days of employment. National certification in Training Administration of Graduate Medical Education (TAGME) preferred. Excellent communication skills required.