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Residency Program Coordinator - Dept. Emergency Medicine

Wayne State University

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Location
Detroit, MI
Schedule
Full-time
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Job overview

Wayne State University seeks a Residency Program Coordinator for its Department of Emergency Medicine. The coordinator oversees residency operations, accreditation, strategic planning, resident rotations, academic milestones, and program documentation. The role supports budgeting, data analysis, performance improvement, and communication with university, DMC, and external stakeholders, reporting to the Program Director and Chair of Emergency Medicine.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Program ManagementACGME RequirementsRRC RequirementsGraduate Medical EducationUniversity PoliciesProject ManagementDelegationProblem SolvingDecision-MakingMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordNew InnovationsERASStatistical SoftwareOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizationTime Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeEquivalent Education or ExperienceExtensive Program Management ExperienceGraduate Medical Education ExperienceAdvanced Coursework

Full job description

Residency Program Coordinator - Dept. Emergency Medicine

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResidency Program Coordinator - Dept. Emergency Medicineat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Job Purpose:

Oversee program operations to ensure all academic, administrative and compliance requirements for the residency program are adhered to. Work directly with the Graduate Medical Education Department at the DMC to manage the resident rotations over a three year residency, oversees academic milestones, interfaces with the ACGE and the RRC and completes the PIF and all other required documentation to maintain accreditation. Support the needs of the residents and provides guidance as needed.

Essential Functions:

Provide analysis and operational support in the accreditation and strategic planning process for the residency program in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Wayne State School of Medicine. Monitor and recommend improvements to the education process to meet the established standards for function, structure and performance in the medical education program leading to residency certification.

Coordinate the development of budgeting/funding support programs, monitor program costs and the analysis of resources, equipment and services utilized. Plan, develop and implement program strategies. Research and identify program needs and propose and engage in change where appropriate as they impact specific program objectives. Oversee and coordinate needs assessment and related cost/benefit analysis; provide independent direction in executing and attaining program objectives and enhancing services offered.

Serve as primary technical and administrative resource and provide responsible program management interfacing with University and DMC personnel and outside professional, client and constituent groups. Provide consultative service and disseminate information relative to program objectives and activities. Oversee and participate in special research on operational programs. Prepare program proposals and specifications.

The coordinator will help support the strategic planning process, reporting to the Program Director and the Chair of Emergency Medicine.

Serve as key technical specialist and/or consultant responding to inquiries which necessitate complex problem resolution techniques. Keep abreast of technical and administrative developments and integrate such in the specific operational activities, services and mission of assigned area. Participate in related professional organizations and represent and enhance the assigned organizational area on various committees or task forces to promote program services, activities and initiatives.

Manage the day to day processes of the ACGME and RRC to ensure continuing accreditation of the Emergency Medicine residency. Provide strategy formulation, strategic plans execution, and strategic process improvement initiatives.

Gather, organize, filter and store data for effective decision-making in the accreditation and strategic planning process. Coordinate the development of program materials; conduct individual and group presentations.

Analyze performance, data trends and their impact on education processes, as well as initiate special studies to improve the education process. Make recommendations based on research and best practices to improve curriculum and work processes.

Manage and coordinate the ACGME and RRC accreditation and strategic planning performance improvement initiatives. Monitor and respond to changes in the accreditation process.

Unique duties:

Qualifications:

Education:Bachelor's degree

Additional Education Information: Graduation from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Advanced coursework in specific discipline preferred.

Experience:Specialist

Additional Experience Information: Extensive program management experience. Experience in graduate medical education a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Business Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of a ACGME and RRC requirements as it relates to Emergency Medicine graduate education. Extensive knowledge of GME and University policies and procedures.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Ability to work independently and without formal instructions. Ability to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow of large projects. Must possess group based problem solving and sound decision-making skills.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Highly proficient in Microsoft office suite; Access, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Word, New Innovations, ERAS and a statistical software package.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with others

ANALYTICAL SKILLS: Strong analytic and problem solving skills. Ability to evaluate, interpret and present information effectively in professionally prepared documents or presentations. Must possess a demonstrated attention to detail in order to achieve a high degree of accuracy.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION SKILLS: Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize and plan work activities while meeting respective deadlines. Refined organizational and time-management skills.

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary department:

H0616 - Emergency Medicine

Employment type:

  • Regular Employee

  • Job type: Full Time

  • Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

  • Compensation type: Annual Salary

  • Hourly rate:

  • Salary minimum: TBD

  • Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Job openings:

  • Number of openings: 1

  • Reposted position: No

  • Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)

  • Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,304 open Program Coordinator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$60–73K/yr382 salary ranges
  • US median$23–28/hr356 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 42 open Program Coordinator jobs in Michigan and 1,304 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Michigan
Experience
Program Coordinator postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (814 postings).
Education
287 of the 1,304 open Program Coordinator jobs (22%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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