Graduate Medical Education Program Coordinator
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Summary
Coordinates the day-to-day operations of medical residency and/or fellowship programs which include block scheduling, organizing recruitment, orchestrating the interview and the matching process, and maintaining accreditation.
Job description
Job Duties
- Counsels and advises medical residents/fellows in paperwork and medical education training issues.
- Interprets program certification guidelines and identifies gaps in program operations for improvements.
- Oversees the organization and execution of Graduate Medical Education (GME) program recruitment, interview, match, and orientation process.
- Tracks, reports, and ensures compliance with procedures regarding duty hours, evaluations, licensing, moonlighting, annual contracts, and the initial and re-credentialing of trainees.
- Manages the GME personnel database and ensures all data is up to date, including current and alumni house staff.
- Manages the marketing function of the GME program(s), including the development and updates to web-site content, social media platforms, newsletters, and other recruitment program materials.
- Evaluates house staff morale, keeps program administration abreast of changes, and responds to concerns.
- Assesses overall training, identifies new ways to enhance trainee experience, and provides input and recommendations.
- Produces and distributes annual rotation schedules and manages monthly changes for the GME programs.
- Participates in the remediation process when there is non-compliance, and assists with determining trainees' ability to continue medical training.
- Responsible for understanding and maintaining program finances and budgets.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED with 1 year experience in healthcare or educational setting or Associate's Degree related field
- 1 year related experience
- Knowledge of program management methodologies and protocols
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the internet
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data
Company overview
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a major healthcare provider and hospital network based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, serving the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania regions. Founded in 1899, LVHN operates as a comprehensive healthcare system with 13 hospital campuses, 28 health centers, numerous primary and specialty care physician practices, and multiple urgent care locations. The network's flagship facility, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, is Pennsylvania's third-largest hospital and features the state's first Level One Trauma Center. LVHN provides a wide range of medical services including specialized institutes for cancer care, heart and vascular treatment, surgical excellence, orthopedics, and neuroscience. The network operates the third-largest heart surgery program in Pennsylvania, performing over 1,200 open-heart procedures annually, and maintains one of the state's largest cancer centers treating over 2,400 new patients each year. In August 2024, LVHN completed a merger with Jefferson Health, becoming part of a larger healthcare system with 32 hospitals and over 700 locations across Pennsylvania. Prior to the merger, LVHN was the largest employer in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan region, with approximately 20,000 employees dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community.