Physician Residency Coordinator oversees the administration and scheduling of the physician residency program of a healthcare organization. Coordinates and facilitates the activities of the physician residents and provides the resources necessary to fulfill curriculum requirements. Being a Physician Residency Coordinator ensures physician activities comply with governing bodies such as the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or other applicable regulations. Supports the recruitment and selection process of resident physicians. Additionally, Physician Residency Coordinator administers and maintains a system or database to manage schedules and physician performance metrics. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Physician Residency Coordinator occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Physician Residency Coordinator typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
• Evaluates applications of non-resident students to determine eligibility for residency status for tuition purposes according to state, Board of Regents and institutional guidelines; reviews documentation, conducts interviews and verifies information provided on application.
• Interprets Board of Regents guidelines and state laws regarding residency status to students, parents and subordinates.
• Composes and prepares appropriate letter to send to applicants concerning application status.
• Inform applicants and parents about classification procedures and policies regarding completeness of file, reasons for needing requested materials, timing of review process, justification needed for classification and final appeal process.
• Makes recommendations regarding changes to residency classification policy and procedures to Sr. Residency Classification Coordinator.
• Assists in composing forms and informational literature and in presenting orientation meetings for prospective students, parents or appeal committee members.
• Enters data on automated student information system to update student residency status.
• Compiles statistical reports to summarize program activities and goals for next year.
• Runs reports daily, weekly, monthly as designated by calendar. Mass email students as noted in the BPG.
• Attends Orientations for new students and transfer students to explain residency.
• Meets with colleges and departments to explain residency.
• Available to answer questions for students at the counter, email, or phone daily.
• Assists Sr. Residency Coordinator as needed and is available on days coordinator is out of the office.
• Represents the University in appeals after a form has been denied.
Knowlege, Skills and Abilities:
• Commitment to diversity in the workplace
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Familiarity with office technology
• Knowledge of University policies