Program Coordinator (HBS) Simulation and Integrative Learning Institute - Medical Education

Hiring Department: Medical Education

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1023763

Posting Close Date: March 15, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

The Program Coordinator (Standardized Patient -Human-Based Simulation) is responsible for the project development, coordination, and management which includes the selection, training, coordination, and evaluation of clinical actors (standardized patients) and medics who present iterative medical history data and simulated physical finding for a given disease and assess learners' skills.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• The Program Coordinator (HBS) will recruit, select, train, and evaluate actors (standardized patients) and medics for various programs/projects.

• Establish and maintain schedules for standardized patients, medics and participants studying a particular medical problem.

• The Program Coordinator (HBS) will conduct observations, evaluate, and review actors’ and medics’ performance. In addition, they will also provide guidance and training as needed.

• Develop and maintain project proposals and invoices. Researching any discrepancies.

• The Program Coordinator (HBS) will conduct observations for all the health professions trainees; Develop workshops related to clinical skills, communication dialog with the patients and colleagues.

• Develop and maintain fiscal year end and program reports as needed.

• Oversee the day-to-day operational tasks by reviewing assignments to ensure the needs are being met. This also includes hiring, ongoing departmental training/development of staff to ensure all staff are following standardize required guidelines.

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)
• Demonstrated experience as a standardized patient and/or experience as a healthcare simulationist.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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