Allied Health Programs Coordinator (47696)

Blue Mountain Community College; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation

Tuition waiver for employee and dependents

Job summary

Blue Mountain Community College is seeking an Allied Health Programs Coordinator in Pendleton, OR. The position involves coordinating the Medical Assisting certification program, collaborating with institutions, and assisting students.

Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in an Allied Health field and relevant experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and tuition waivers. The pay range is $55,000 - $58,500 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a Health Care Related field.
• Experience working with the Health Care Industry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and promote BMCC’s Medical Assisting certification program.
• Assist students with Cooperative Work Experience (CWE) placements.
• Review and assess curriculum to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Allied Health

AAS in Allied Health

Job description

Job Details

Location: Pendleton, OR 97801

Type: Full Time

Category: Admin - Clerical

Position Summary

Allied Health Programs Coordinator is responsible for coordination and promotion of BMCC’s Medical Assisting certification program, Allied Health Partnerships with other institutions, and identifying opportunities for Dual Credit and Workforce Training in Healthcare-related fields. Assists students with Cooperative Work Experience (CWE) placement in healthcare related fields, periodically reviews and assesses BMCC curriculum to ensure the academic offerings are in compliance with institutional and regional accreditation standards. Acts as the lead for BMCC’s Allied Health Advisory Board and serves as the liaison between the Office of Instruction and any relevant accrediting agencies. Performs all functions and activities within the guidelines and philosophy set forth in the BMCC Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates the coordination of BMCC Allied Health programs with partner institutions.
• Assists with recruiting for all Allied Health Programs.
• Coordinates the student application process for limited entry programs.
• Works with the Director, College Relations, to ensure programmatic information is up to date in marketing materials and on the BMCC website.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of program student handbooks, curriculum guides and advisement materials.
• Works with faculty and staff to review and assess BMCC’s Allied Health programs and provides recommendations to the Office of Instruction and Curriculum Committee for program improvement.
• Assists faculty with keeping pathway and catalogue information for EMS/FS, Nursing, Pre‑nursing, and Allied Health pathways current.
• Proactively works with students in the departments to facilitate advising in BMCC programs and coordination with external partnerships.
• Identifies qualified instructors.
• Makes student records meet all state and regional requirements, maintaining necessary documentation.
• Attends BMCC Allied Health Advisory Committee meetings, required.
• Serves as the lead for Medical Assisting Advisory Committee meetings.
• Works to maintain any required Accreditation standards.
• Recommends schedule of course offerings based on student needs and available resources.
• Assists the Office of Instruction and department chairs in monitoring Nursing, EMS/FS, and Medical Assisting department budgets, creating monthly departmental budget summary reports.
• Prepares Student Clinical Training Agreements and monitors agreement expiration dates, facilities’ accreditation or licensing body, date of last and next accreditation/licensing renewal.
• Identifies equipment and facility upgrades needs and works with BMCC’s Office of instruction to identify outside sources of funding.
• Manages any grants awarded to support Allied Health programs.
• Represents BMCC at state level meetings with approval from Office of Instruction.

Other Aspects of this Position

• Travel to state/nation-wide conferences and throughout Northeastern Oregon as needed; valid driver's license required.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, as needed.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic knowledge of financial budgeting.
• High level of effectiveness in meetings and working with a variety of personalities.
• Excellent interpersonal and persuasive skills.
• Self‑motivated and organized.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability‑related issues.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and/or AAS in an Allied Health Related field with a minimum of three years’ experience in a Health Care Related field.
• Experience working with the Health Care Industry.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with budget preparation and oversight.
• Ability to identify and apply for grants to support the programs.
• Three years of supervisory experience in a Health Care Related field.

Benefits

Full year, 235 day position with excellent benefits including Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, long term disability insurance, Paid holidays, Sick leave, Vacation, and Tuition waiver for employee and qualified dependents.

Pay range: $55,000 - $58,500.

Application Information

This position is open until filled. First review of completed applications will be June 22, 2026.

Application materials must include:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the position description
• Transcripts of coursework (graduate and undergraduate, unofficial acceptable)

Skills testing may be required for the final candidate, e.g., Word, Excel, typing.

Please contact Human Resources at 541-278-5837 if you have a special need or accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.

EEO Statement

Blue Mountain Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Veterans' preference points will be given provided DD214/DD215 is provided. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. No sponsorship is available for this position. For complete EEO disclosure statement please note the available statement at www.bluecc.edu/EEO.