Hagerstown, MD, US,
21742
Full Time
7 November 2024Job details
Description
Meritus Health and the proposed Meritus School of Osteopathic (MSOM) in Hagerstown, MD, is seeking a dynamic and skilled Curriculum Coordinator
Meritus Health, Western Maryland’s largest healthcare provider, is located at the crossroads of Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania, and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. With nearly 3,000 employees, 500 medical staff members, and 250 volunteers, Meritus Health serves over 200,000 residents of the tristate region
Meritus Medical Center, the flagship facility of the health system, has more than 327 beds and is a Joint Commission-accredited hospital. Meritus Medical Center has officially become a teaching hospital, serving as a clinical training site for the Meritus Family Medicine Residency Program, as well as for more than 1,000 nursing and allied health students annually
Meritus Health also includes Meritus Medical Group, a network of 20 medical practices with more than 100 providers; Meritus Home Health; and Meritus Equipped for Life, a medical equipment company. Meritus Health is a 25% owner of Maryland Physicians Care, a 215,000 Medicaid member health plan. With a long-standing history of caring for the community, Meritus Health relentlessly pursues excellence to improve the health status of the region
Strength Through Diversity Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Meritus Health, and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission. Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.
Happy to Help At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen, and be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Summary: The Curriculum Coordinator OMS-1 will support the day-to-day curricular and administrative activities at the Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) to accomplish the first-year academic goals of the proposed Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM). This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of the medical school curriculum. This position involves coordination with various stakeholders to support curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation processes. The Curriculum Coordinator reports to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with faculty, department heads, and educational units (Biomedical Sciences, Simulation Center, Primary Care, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, and Office of Student Affairs) to oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of the medical school curriculum.
- Facilitate communication and coordination between the Office of Academic Affairs and other educational units to ensure seamless curriculum delivery.
- Assist in the daily operations of the Office of Academic Affairs, including logistics, scheduling, syllabi management, and faculty coordination.
- Work closely with the associate dean of academic affairs to develop and implement academic policies and procedures.
- Collect, organize, and maintain curriculum-related data, including faculty participation, student performance, and assessment outcomes.
- Collaborate with team members to manage assessment data entry, generate reports, and analyze curriculum activities.
- Provide technical support for educational technology tools and systems used in curriculum delivery, such as learning management systems and assessment platforms.
- Participate in curriculum committees and other relevant committees to support academic decision-making and policy development.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulations related to the medical school curriculum.
- Manage OMS-1 course information, schedules, student data and grades confidentially.
- Collect prework and course materials from faculty and the course directors in OMS-I.
- Assist with assessment data entry and report creation.
- Provide customer support via email for faculty and students.
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Facilitate secure exam delivery and assist with test administration and proctor hiring.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in Education, Life Science, Health Sciences, Curriculum & Instruction, Data Analysis, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or other personnel-related fields is required (Master's degree preferred)
- Experience in curriculum development, coordination, or management, preferably in a medical education setting.
- Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, Office 365, and Microsoft Teams.
- Familiarity with various electronic curriculum delivery modalities and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Examsoft, InteDashboard, Campus Cafe).
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups, including professionals, faculty, students, and alumni.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.