Accommodations Administrator - Academic Vet Medicine

Tufts University; North Grafton (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine seeks an Accommodations Administrator to oversee the disability accommodations program, ensure ADA compliance, and support students in clinical settings. You will educate and train campus staff, collaborate with faculty, and manage confidential documentation while maintaining HIPAA privacy and upholding university policies.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments to ensure accessibility, fair treatment, and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and timely.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and office machinery.
• Committed to diversity and inclusion, and privacy guidelines (HIPAA).
• Integrity evidenced by a record of results.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the accommodations program for the Cummings School.
• Lead periodic review of technical standards for DVM candidates and support accreditation.
• Provide disability access education, training, and guidance to students and staff.
• Determine eligibility for accommodations and develop individualized plans.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to implement accommodations while protecting privacy.
• Help develop return-to-duty policies and communicate decisions to affected individuals.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organization skills

Computer skills

HIPAA privacy

Discretion

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

DVM or equivalent clinical training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine seeks an Accommodations Administrator to oversee the disability accommodations program, ensure ADA compliance, and support students in clinical settings. You will educate and train campus staff, collaborate with faculty, and manage confidential documentation while maintaining HIPAA privacy and upholding university policies.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments to ensure accessibility, fair treatment, and quality