Senior Education Program Specialist

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Job Location (Full Address):

211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500240 Lab Admin-Clin Labs SMH

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 111

Compensation Range:

$63,815.00 - $95,723.00

Responsibilities:

Under the general direction of the Director of Education, the Sr. Education Program Specialist is responsible for the management, daily operations, and resource support for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine education initiatives, with a primary role in overseeing the Advanced Certificate Programs. This position aligns with the educational, regulatory and strategic goals of the department. Scope of responsibility includes licensed professional and unlicensed professional staff and students. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, designing curriculum, scheduling student learning experiences, student onboarding, didactic lectures, clinical training, 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Strategic and Administrative Leadership:

• 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 that are in alignment with both Medical Center and SMD goals. These goals include maintenance and growth of our educational programs. Actively works with University Academic Affairs, SMD and state/regulatory agency partners to influence and advance opportunities in these Allied Health Professions. Stays current with all laboratory personnel regulatory requirements. Ensures that Graduate Medical Education programs are in compliance.

Program Assessment:

• 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. 

Clinical/Medical Technology Program Management:

• Admissions: reviews applicants for the program; oversees that interviews are scheduled; 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, academics; 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.

Personnel Management:

• 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, Faculty, and Managers for coordination and effectiveness of onboarding, training, 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.

Affiliate Program Management:

• Coordinates schedules and trainings for students from affiliated allied health programs. Works as a liaison to these programs.

Recruitment:

• 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, engagement, and recognition.  Ensures that visitor programs follow policies and procedures set forth by Central Administration and the School of Medicine and Dentistry.

Regulatory Leadership:

• Functions as a resource with regard to accrediting and regulatory agency requirements including, but not limited to, NYSDOH and NYSED, NAACLS, CAAHEP, ACGME, CAP, and ASCP.  Participates with professional organizations for continuing education and knowledge of best practices.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 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) required;
• *Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Effective time management; organization; and ability to prioritize and adjust as needed required.
• Ability to work efficiently & effectively in a dynamic environment required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Familiarity with complex information systems required.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• New York State License to practice Clinical Laboratory Technology in the relevant category required
• ASCP Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Histotechnologist required

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