Accreditation Specialist
The University of Chicago

Department
BSD MED - House Staff - Accreditation

About the Department
The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine offers an internal medicine training program designed to encourage science and humanity in the practice of medicine. Our program will help you achieve a mastery of clinical medicine and will start you on your path toward a rewarding future career. We offer a balanced choice of disciplines, ranging from primary care to subspecialty medicine. We provide excellent training for those planning a future in academic medicine, with its emphasis on research and teaching, to clinical practice, to medical administration, or any combination of these interests.

Job Summary
The Accreditation Specialist will manage the accreditation related activities for several programs within the Department of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that regulatory and accreditation standards of varying accrediting agencies are met (ACGME, ABIM, subspecialty boards).
  
• Generate individual program level scorecard to track quality improvement changes over time.
  
• Support the accreditation process, including the coordination of and active participation in internal reviews and site visits.
  
• Develop and maintain documentation of files associated with program accreditation.
  
• Provide guidance to program directors, coordinators, and faculty in the coordination and processing of programs for accreditation, including new programs.
  
• Create evaluative reports needed to identify areas of improvement.
  
• ACGME reporting, including folder documentation (license, residency verification, ABIM certification), evaluations (360, monthly, direct observation tools, procedure logs), semi-annual reviews, annual program review, and duty hour monitoring.
  
• Implementation of milestones into curriculum and evaluation system.
  
• Manage program evaluations in MedHub.
  
• Submit the annual ACGME ADS update.
  
• Manage the annual faculty and resident surveys.
  
• Track and record scholarly activities for faculty and residents. -Monitor and track the board pass rate for all graduating trainees.
  
• Assist with the annual stipend budget and contract process for assigned programs.
  
• Coordinates and interprets requirements of the training program, including accreditation, duty schedules, evaluation process, resident/fellowship recruitment, Match process, orientation and employees relations.
  
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  Has a moderate/high level of authority in reporting and ensuring compliance with procedures regarding licensing, moonlighting, annual contracts, and initial and re-credentialing of trainees.
  
  
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  Performs other related work as needed.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors degree.
  

Preferred Competencies

• Analytical skills.
  
• Problem-solving skills.
  
• Decision-making skills.
  
• Attention to detail.
  
• Organizational skills.
  
• Verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative.
  
• Ability to work as part of a team.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
  
• Ability to manage stressful situations.
  
• Knowledge of database management software.
  

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
  
• Cover Letter (required)
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
Healthcare & Medical Services

Role Impact
Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type
Salary

FLSA Status
Exempt

Pay Range
$65,000.00 - $85,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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