Director of Academic Affairs - Samaritan Health Services
Corvallis, OR 97330
About the Job
- JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Responsible for the oversight and leadership of graduate medical education programs and other academic training programs within the organization. Ensures compliance with accreditation organizations. Oversees the daily operations of core education activities including those within Graduate Medical Education (GME) and Continuing Medical Education (CME), and other academic training programs. Actively participates in the Sponsoring Institution's governing body, which is required of all ACGME accredited institutions.
- DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- The Graduate Medical Education programs are designed to create a legacy of quality physicians and lifelong learners through a rigorous academic program integrated with clinical practice. The aims of these educational experiences are to enhance and expand medical knowledge, promote best practices in health care, develop clinical skills associated with improving the delivery and quality of health care services, and collaborate with other academic institutions to provide superior training for resident physicians.
- EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree required. MBA, MHA, M.Ed or MPH preferred.
- Five (5) years experience in relevant operational leadership in an education or healthcare settingrequired.
- Experience in Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs and accreditation and developing new residency/fellowship programs preferred.
- Active participation/membership in National Medical Education Professional Development Groups (AAMC, GRA, AHME other applicable groups) preferred.
- KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Leadership - Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward accomplishing goals. Achieves desired results through effective people management.
- Conflict resolution - Influences others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Proactively resolves conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
- Critical thinking – Identifies complex problems. Involves key parties, gathers pertinent data and considers various options in decision making process. Develops, evaluates and implements effective solutions.
- Communication and team building – Leads effectively with excellent verbal and written communication. Delegates and initiates/manages cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)SQUAT Repetitive
KNEEL (on knees)WALK – INCLINE
CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
BEND FORWARD at waist
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
REACH - Forward
REACH - Upward
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
SIT
STAND
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH Fingers
GRASP Hand/Fist
None specified
