Job Description

Coordinator, Educational Programs, Postgraduate Medical Education

The Postgraduate Medical Education office (PGME) is committed to supporting over 450 residents in 27 residency training programs to ensure exemplary medical education in diverse and supportive environments, with a focus on patient-centred care.

Primary Purpose: Working closely with the Associate Dean of Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) the Coordinator, Educational Programs, PGME will facilitate the educational aspects and performance metrics of the PGME Resident Boot Camp, oversee other educational endeavors, assist in the development (in a collaborative fashion) of additional educational programs in non-medical expert CanMEDS roles, and assist the Associate Dean PGME with resident academic matters. The successful candidate will also act as a resource to facilitate residency training programs with remediation and professionalism plans.

Nature of Work: This position reports to the Manager, PGME and liaises closely with the Associate Dean PGME and PGME team to ensure the overall mandate of PGME is achieved. The position works collaboratively with the Associate Dean PGME to enhance existing and develop new facets of the PGME Resident Boot Camp, as well as oversee educational activities related to other educational programs under the PGME umbrella; assists the Associate Dean PGME and programs with resident academic matters and appeals; applies established policies and procedures recommending and implementing enhancements as required; liaises with accrediting agencies assuring compliance with resident training requirements and reporting.

The Coordinator will be required to establish professional working relationships with a diverse group including program units, faculty, residents, staff, committees, college, university and stakeholder agencies. The position requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a variety of team environments, while maintaining professional working relationships that support exceptional collaboration and problem-solving. The incumbent requires sound judgment, confident decision-making, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Work is completed in a fast-paced environment and is subject to competing priorities of multiple projects with firm deadlines, and regular interruptions. This role is complex and challenging and requires excellent time management and project management skills. Availability outside of regular office hours will be required to facilitate certain projects, including the PGME Resident Boot Camp.

Accountabilities:

• Further develop and oversee the PGME Resident Boot Camp with ongoing enhancements as required.
• Provide oversight / liaison with others for the delivery of educational programs under the PGME umbrella including the Resident Quality Improvement Program (RQIP) and Quality Referral and Consult Education (QRCE) and other educational programs.
• Act as a key resource, and assist with academic matters/resident affairs by providing the Associate Dean PGME and Program Directors with guidance applying the established policies and procedures related to resident assessment, promotion, remediation, probation, dismissal and appeal; act as a resource to facilitate residency training programs with resident remediation and professionalism; consult, report and refer with/to university units and stakeholder agencies as required (Human Resources (College/University), College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Medical Association, etc.)
• Assist in the development (in a collaborative fashion) of additional educational programs and courses in non-medical expert CanMEDS roles.
• Assist with special projects as assigned, including accreditation review.
• Monitor and facilitate the progress of projects through appropriate project management tools.
• Assist with the preparation of presentations and publications.
• Prepare reports as requested.
• Participate in and contribute to relevant committees of PGME; participate in and contribute and report during PGME team meetings.
• Apply knowledge regarding Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the College of Family Physicians of Canada educational training requirements, policies and procedures.
• Apply understanding of the terms and conditions of employment and benefit entitlements of the PAIRS Collective Agreement.

Education: A Master\'s Degree in Education (or a related field). A doctoral degree in Education (or a

related filed) would be an asset. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience: Three-five years of related experience preferably in the area supporting education in an academic setting. Experience in developing educational programs would be an asset. Experience working in a diverse and inclusive environment is required. Experience with project management would be an asset.

Skills: A high level of performance competencies in the areas of personal effectiveness and collaborative relationship-building, as well as leadership, results orientation and communication; ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment, including providing effective direction to team administrators; strong creative thinking and problem solving skills; demonstrated ability to facilitate multiple projects with competing demands and tight deadlines while paying attention to detail and maintaining a high degree of accuracy; effective project management skills to ensure timely project completion within expected resource parameters and/or changing requirements; demonstrated effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written; ability to adapt to a changing environment; effective exercising of judgment, tact, diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality; personal integrity; cultural sensitivity including the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from various cultural backgrounds; proven experience in data collection and analysis; and proven proficient computer application skills including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.

Department: College of Medicine - DnOffce
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $64,107.00 - 100,169.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 8/28/2023
Closing Date: 9/10/2023 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask\'s Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where \'Yes\' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver\'s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\'s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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