Patient Coordinator Sr, Doctor & Patient Course - Curricular Affairs, College of Medicine, Tucson

Patient Coordinator Sr, Doctor & Patient Course - Curricular Affairs, College of Medicine, Tucson Position Highlights

This position offers coordination and support for (1) the three-semester longitudinal course "Doctor & Patient" and (2) the Societies Program. These operate independently, yet in parallel with the four-year COM-T curriculum.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Coordinate hospitalized patient activities at BUMC‑T, BUMC‑S:
  • Review daily curriculum and use Banner's hospital electronic health record system to identify and recruit hospitalized patients each morning, assigning them to Year 1 or Year 2 students for afternoon bedside activities.
  • Notify faculty and mentors of patient assignments.
  • Determine backup patients as needed.
  • Collaborate with Banner Hospital team members and leadership around patient recruitment.
  • Maintain access to Banner EHR and badge access to Banner inpatient units.
• Manage the Doctor & Patient course curricular activities:
  • Organize departmental offerings for activities in the D&P course.
  • Design activity master schedule to plan and monitor 1‑3 pm activities and other required sessions for each parallel academic block, assigning students to ensure even balance of activities and eventual 100% participation over the pre‑clerkship curriculum.
  • Provide support for activities scheduled in ICaPS, ASTEC, and other COM‑T and HSIB locations.
  • Track Med Learn schedules and student assignments.
  • Monitor mentor contact hours and other activities for annual reports.
  • Provide administrative and backup support for D&P Program Coordinator, Senior, and Program Manager.
  • Assist with student, standardized patient, and faculty/mentor activities as needed.
  • Attend weekly Friday Faculty Development meetings when requested.
• Other:
  • Provide support and administrative coordination for other Program Coordinators, Program Manager, and Directors as necessary.
  • Attend scheduled D&P admin meetings and other meetings, including with Curricular Affairs, COM‑T, and ICaPS team members.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
  • Work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of College of Medicine policies and procedures.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Experience with data management and reporting tools.
• Experience using communication platforms such as Zoom, Canva, and Qualtrics.
• Background or experience in a medical education setting.
• Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and two (2) years of administrative or program coordination experience; or Master's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment and one (1) year of administrative or program coordination experience; or eight (8) years of progressively responsible administrative or program coordination experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience.
• Experience working in a hospital or clinical setting, including familiarity with medical terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• FLSA:
  Non‑Exempt
• Full Time/Part Time:
  Part Time
• Number of Hours Worked per Week: 20
• Job FTE: 0.50

• Rate of Pay: $25.50 - $31.87 per hour
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes – Full Benefits

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