Education Program Specialist

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits About the Department of Undergraduate Medical Education at Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) The Department of Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is dedicated to delivering an exceptional medical education experience that prepares future physicians for success in an evolving healthcare environment. The department partners with faculty, students, and institutional leaders to support curriculum development, educational innovation, learner assessment, accreditation efforts, and program quality improvement. Through a collaborative and mission-driven approach, UME helps ensure that medical students receive a comprehensive, integrated, and learner-centered education. What You’ll Do Actively participates and contributes to decision making as a member of the curriculum committees. Responsible for the development and implementation of curricular initiatives as set forth by the Faculty. Provides staff development to small group and teaching faculty on educational initiatives and LCME accreditation issues. Monitors curricular and evaluation activities and makes recommendations for standardization across the curriculum. Provides direction and oversight of the Medical Education staff Coordinators to ensure teaching faculty and staff have resources required to meet curricular requirements Reviews curricular components on a continual basis (Quality Assurance) to ensure consistency is met regarding goals, objectives, instruction, orientations and faculty and student evaluations Trains, coaches, and monitors individual staff coordinators in implementing systems to optimize the curriculum experiences. Coordinates with various educational departments to implement and optimize curricular events. Oversees and manages scheduling systems. Recruits and coordinates faculty facilitators for courses and evaluation activities Manages the updating and maintaining of the curricular components of the technology delivery programs for the curriculum. Maintains statistics and data on faculty participation in activities of the curriculum What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Education, Health or other related field Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to communicate with individuals of diverse educational and cultural backgrounds Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team Excellent computer skills Schedule Full time, 40 hours per week Location Details Onsite, hybrid Benefits That Support You Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits Paid time off, parental leave, and tuition assistance 401(k): 3% company contribution + 3% match Your Voice Matters We actively seek teammate feedback and use it to improve the way we work, care, and grow together Teammates are encouraged to share ideas, lead change, and help shape the future of care More About Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) Wake Forest University School of Medicine serves as the academic core of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems, advancing innovation in patient care, research and medical education. With nationally recognized programs, world-class faculty, dedicated support staff and a commitment to improving health for all, the School of Medicine provides an inspiring environment where clinicians, researchers and learners collaborate to shape the future of health care. Interested in Learning More About Our Academic Mission Advocate Health is committed to advancing healthcare through education, research and innovation. Explore how our academic enterprise is shaping the future of medicine and developing the next generation of healthcare leaders. Visit About Advocate Health Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the United States, delivering care through local brands including Atrium Health, Aurora Health Care, and Advocate Health care. We serve millions of patients each year, combining clinical expertise, research, and innovation to improve health outcomes and expand access to equitable care #J-18808-Ljbffr