Director, Continuing Medical Education (A)

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The Department of Medical Education has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Director, Continuing Medical Education, Continuing to work in Miami, FL.   The Director, Continuing Medical Education oversees and plans the ongoing development, management, administration, and evaluation of the University’s continuing medical education program. Moreover, the incumbent develops and implements new policies and procedures in response to accreditation or associated guidelines and regulations. 

• Oversees on and off-campus programs, activities, faculty affairs, and academic support services.

• Develops and implements strategies to attract and retain students and faculty.

• Ensures that the curriculum remains current and is in compliance with accreditation standards.

• Makes recommendations to leadership for improving the continuing education program.

• Supervises the departmental budget and manages expenditures throughout the year.

• Develops and establishes institutional policies and procedures for academic and non-academic issues.

• Maintains knowledge of current or pending regulatory changes and policies that may have institutional impact on the School’s overall CME program and on individual CME activities.

• Authors and prepares CME accreditation applications for all CME programs.

• Promotes educational programs, internationally representing the University at conference and events.

• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

• Knowledge of business and management principles.

• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.

• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.

• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.

• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

• In-depth knowledge of relevant accrediting bodies (e.g., ACCME/AMA, APA, MOC and ANA, regulations related to CME accreditation processes

• Ability to direct internal teams in the execution of all stages and types of initiatives as they relate to departmental and organizational goals and objectives by applying diversified knowledge in broad areas of assignment.

• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

•  Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and educational technology with strong computer skills and an understanding of learning content management systems.

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry trends in healthcare and medical education

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

The Director of Continuing Medical Education (CME) oversees all aspects of a fast-paced continuing education program for healthcare professionals within the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. This role involves strategic planning, program development, marketing, fiduciary responsibility, implementation, and evaluation to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based educational activities that meet the needs of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.  The incumbent in this position will provide tactical and operational leadership for the school’s overall Continuing Education Program, and will represent the school at local, regional, state, nati