Office Administrator-Educ&Trng

Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Clinical Education & Professional Practice and in accordance with the American Heart Association, the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, the office administrator for the Department of Clinical Education supports the clinical education staff by assisting with student placements, maintenance of the life support program, and assistance with continuing education programs for clinical staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
• Facilitates student placements through use of the Centralized Clinical Placement Grid and engages in clear communication with academic partners
• Manages administrative duties associated with continuing education for clinical staff, assists with the education credentialing process, and works collaboratively with education committee
• Serves as the American Heart Association training center coordinator, assists with scheduling, tracking, and purchasing of life support certifications
• Supports and works collaboratively with the education staff to ensure smooth daily operations and works to support high quality patient care
• Assists in the maintenance of educational records
• Participates in committees and acts as a scribe or other roles as assigned
• Other duties as consistent with this role.

Job Requirements

Job Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
• Demonstrates proficient organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to perform job responsibilities independently
• Demonstrates good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team setting
• Uses critical thinking skills and creativity to solve problems

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• 2 years administrative experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Experience with program coordination preferred

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.  Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

Americans with Disabilities Statement

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

Standard of Business Conduct

Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

Covenant Health Mission Statement

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.