Job Description

Medical Education Prog Coord

Requisition IDreq31146
Working TitleMedical Education Scheduling Coordinator
Position Grade10
Position Summary

The Department of Pediatrics, in the UNM School of Medicine is seeking a professional, detail-oriented scheduling coordinator who enjoys a fast-paced challenging work environment. The selected candidate will work in the Office of Education focusing on various aspects of residency scheduling to support residents in their pediatric training. The Scheduling Coordinator will be responsible for creating and maintaining an organizational clinical and educational schedule for the residents of the Pediatric Residency Program. Candidate must develop and maintain a keen understanding of the scheduling complexity and will communicate regularly with chief residents, residents, program staff, and clinical faculty as appropriate. This person must have excellent organizational skills, problem-solving skills, be detail oriented, and work well both as a team member and independently. The successful candidate will need to have excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, be facile with technology, and have the ability to address problems that are highly varied using innovative and creative techniques to resolve issues.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Scheduling/coordination of day-to-day residents schedules, making necessary adjustments throughout the year
  • Principle liaison and problem solver for all scheduling issues
  • Creation of annual block schedule for residents, including any away rotations
  • Facilitating scheduling of special seminars, training sessions, meetings and special projects throughout the year
  • Maintain records and run reports for schedule-related data
  • Write, update, and maintain program policies and procedures as they pertain to scheduling

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with complex schedules a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer proficiency especially in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Demonstrated experience working in a detailed software system
  • Experience with data entry
  • Experience creating data reports
  • Ability to function in a deadline driven environment
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentPediatrics Administration Division (997B)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $18.81 to $25.56
Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date10/10/2024
Eligible for Remote WorkNo
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
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A complete application will consist of complete on-line application, include hours worked for each position, current resume, cover letter and references. Please describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three professional references, preferably supervisors.

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