Working/Functional Title

Medical Outreach & Stu. Compliance Coord

Position Summary

The Education Program Coordinator of Medical Outreach and Student Compliance will play a crucial role in overseeing medical outreach initiatives and ensuring student compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements. The position requires a healthcare professional with a valid medical license (RN, LPN, MA) and a bachelor's degree in health administration. The Coordinator will work closely with the Assistant Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs, as well as divisions in the department at all three sites including Wellness and Counseling, Student Engagement and Leadership, and Enrollment Services and Student Records to foster a supportive and compliant environment for prospective and current students. Additionally, the Coordinator will assist student leaders in engaging in patient advocacy activities, including legislative communication and participation in events like DO Day on the Hill.

Key Responsibilities

1. Medical Outreach Coordination

• Develop and implement outreach programs to engage prospective and current students as well as healthcare communities.
  • Serve as a liaison with MSU HCI regarding outreach opportunities that involve MSUCOM students in the DO and PA programs.
• Represent the institution at external events, including health fairs, community events, and professional conferences.  This will include working closely with Student Engagement and Leadership, registered student organizations with outreach as a primary focus (see below), and other departments in the College of Osteopathic Medicine as determined by special project needs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to promote the college's programs and outreach initiatives.

2.  Compliance tracking

• Serve as the lead for student compliance as it relates to medical matters.
• Ensure all students comply with health and safety regulations, including immunizations, and health screening.
  • Assist with communication with students on academic extension or voluntary leave regarding maintenance of compliance-related actions.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with Clerkship leaders and with clinical training sites to ensure students meet the necessary health and safety requirements.
    • Mask fitting
    • Vaccinations
    • AHA/BLS/ACLS certification
• Maintain accurate records of student compliance within CastleBranch, Exxat, and UPHYS, and report on compliance status to relevant stakeholders.
• Enforce policies and procedures related to student health and safety compliance.
  • Coordinate the offering of on-site required vaccinations and testing, including but not limited to influenza vaccination and tuberculosis screening.

3.  Onboarding of New Students

• Assist in evaluating the medical and health-related qualifications of prospective DO and PA students.
• Provide clear guidance on satisfying medical requirements for program entry.
• Participate in prematriculation and orientation programs to assist in the onboarding process for new DO and PA students.

4. Student Engagement and Leadership Collaboration

• Work closely with the Student Engagement and Leadership division of ASA to support student organizations with a focus on wellness and health initiatives, such as Lifestyle Management Interest Group, Street Medicine, Community Integrated Medicine, etc.
• Provide guidance and support to students regarding health-related concerns.
  • Encourage programming related to timely activities such as cancer awareness, heart health awareness, etc.
• Coordinate with clinical training sites to ensure students meet the necessary health and safety requirements.
• Serve as adjunct advisor to student organizations with focus on outreach, advocacy, and wellness as requested.

5. Wellness and Counseling Collaboration

• Work closely with the Wellness and Counseling division of ASA to support student wellness and health initiatives.
  • Provide support for educational, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programs that focus on osteopathic wellness.
  • Promote concept of healthy celebration for DO and PA program students
• Provide education and support to students regarding health-related concerns.
  • This may include the support and development of co-curricular educational modules that align with curricular elements; examples may include:
    • Gastrointestinal System:  Healthy Nutrition for Osteopathic Medical Students
    • Cardiovascular System:  Incorporating Fitness into a Busy Schedule
    • Capstone Semester:  Energizing for Clerkship

6. Pathway Programs Collaboration

• Ensure that participants with pathway programs that include minors have all had appropriate clearance and vetting, including background checks.
• Participate in the training of students who provide educational experiences for program participants.

7. Program Development and Evaluation

• Assess and enhance existing outreach and compliance programs.
• Participate in budget development, monitoring, and allocation.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach and compliance strategies.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.

8. Student Advocacy and Engagement Collaboration

• Assist student leaders in engaging on matters of patient advocacy.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of the Leadership Summit.
• Guide students in communicating with legislators and participating in advocacy events.
• Coordinate student involvement in events such as DO Day on the Hill at both state and national levels.
• Provide resources and training for students on effective advocacy techniques and issues relevant to osteopathic medicine.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing one or two years of post- baccalaureate degree work, such as a Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Public Administration, Social Work, Health Education or Bachelor's degree in Health Administration; a minimum of three to five years of related and progressively more responsible work experience in managed care, project management, quality improvement, disease management, research and educational methods; and/or experience in a specific health education initiative related to assigned project; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Valid medical license (RN, LPN, MA).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in a medical or academic environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements in a medical education context.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in medical education or academic administration.
• Advanced knowledge of osteopathic medicine and its unique principles.
• Familiarity with student support services in a higher education setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

The Bidding Eligibility ends on 01/21/2025 at 11:55 pm