RAC Coordinator - SW Florida at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine (NM) – Fort Myers, Florida

The Regional Academic Center (RAC) Coordinator with the oversight and direction from the Regional Assistant Dean and the Assistant Director of Clinical Education, will coordinate the clinical educational experience for students enrolled at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Regional Academic Center for their 3rd and 4th year.

The coordinator will work collaboratively with the Regional Assistant Dean and the office of Clinical Education to provide administrative support coordinating schedules, evaluations, and work with preceptors. Additionally, the coordinator will participate in program-related recruitment activities.

• This position reports to the Assistant Director of Clinical Education.
• This position is non-exempt.
• This position starts at $45,000 depending on experience.
• The candidate for this position needs to live in/near Fort Myers, Florida

The RAC Coordinator is expected to perform the following tasks in his/her region.

• Preceptor recruitment
  • Branding and networking of Burrell College at appropriate and relevant hospital and clinical entities.
  • Recruitment, record keeping, and reporting of preceptor relationships to the Office of Clinical Education.
  • Ensure that proper, current, and relevant credentialing documents are in place.
• Coordinate and facilitate the completion of affiliation agreements.
• Development of RAC Day at the main campus.
• Facilitate the setup of the regional office for the Coordinator and Regional Assistant Dean.
• Attend regularly scheduled team meetings.
• Provide administrative support, such as answering telephones; assisting students, employees, and visitors; and resolving a range of administrative problems and inquiries.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Serve as a liaison with hospital/clinic and the main Burrell College campus.
• Collect and analyze data from multiple sources, and prepare reports.
• Contribute to the development of marketing materials and strategies and assist in planning and developing program activities and outreach functions.
• Provide advice to students on a range of issues, including, but not limited to, academic program policies, accessibility, and facilitate spoke housing options for students.
• Serve as a subject matter resource to other departments; represent unit/department.
• In cooperation with the Office of Clinical Education develop and distribute third- and fourth-year schedules.
• Oversee and coordinate regional student rotations at the Regional Academic Center.
• Manage the evaluation process of the students, faculty, and rotations at the Regional Academic Center.
• Other duties may also be assigned.

Other skills important to this position:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize information.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with absolute confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to make decisions independently or to escalate issues as needed.
• Marketing and networking experience are assets.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or three to five years of related experience, preferably in a healthcare and/or education setting.

Working Conditions and Efforts:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This job is conducted in an office work environment.
• Approximately 90% of this position’s duties require the use of a computer.
• Must be able to exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
• Travel is required, eligible for mileage reimbursement for required travel.

Work Schedule:

• Typically, Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm
• Occasionally require evenings and weekends for special events

NOTE: Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion among our faculty, staff, and students. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and more. Individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability.

Burrell College campuses and facilities are drug and tobacco free and comply with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA). Employees and students shall not be involved with the unlawful use of controlled substances and/or illicit drugs.