Associate Director GME Programs

Community Health Systems; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Franklin, TN seeks a Manager, GME Programs to oversee development and continuous improvement of Graduate Medical Education. You will collaborate with corporate and facility GME leaders to ensure program compliance, quality, and alignment with ACGME standards.

This role provides guidance for accreditation, supports quality initiatives, and offers training to GME staff, while maintaining reliable attendance and adapting to regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
• Master's degree preferred in education/healthcare admin/leadership or related field
• 4-6 years of experience in GME administration or healthcare program management
• 3-5 years of experience as a Program/Fellowship Coordinator at an ACGME-accredited program preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine processes across clinical and educational GME settings
• Guide facility GME leadership to ensure excellence and adherence to ACGME standards
• Assist in the development and accreditation of new GME programs, providing expertise and support
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance onboarding, training, and administrative skills for GME staff
• Act as a resource for GME program leadership, supporting consistent and compliant approaches
• Communicate effectively with corporate and facility GME teams to align on goals and standards
• Monitor program compliance, assess improvement areas, and implement efficiency strategies
• Provide training and resources to program leaders and staff as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Healthcare administration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Education, or related field

Master's Degree in Education, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or Behavioral Science/Social Work preferred

Tools

GMETrack

ACGME ADS

Thalamus

New Innovations

ERAS

Job description

Job Summary

The Manager, GME Programs supports the oversight, development, and continuous improvement of Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs. This role collaborates with corporate and facility GME leadership to ensure program compliance, quality, and operational excellence in alignment with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) standards. The Manager may provide guidance for new and existing program accreditations, assists in implementing quality improvement initiatives, and offers training and support to GME staff.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with GME leadership to develop, implement, and refine processes and procedures across clinical and educational GME settings.
• Provides guidance to facility GME leadership and program staff to ensure excellence in GME program operations and adherence to ACGME standards.
• Assists in the development and accreditation of new GME programs, providing expertise and support in accreditation processes.
• Leads or participates in quality improvement initiatives to enhance onboarding, training, and administrative skills for GME program staff.
• Acts as a resource for GME program leadership, supporting a consistent and compliant approach across all programs.
• Communicates effectively with corporate and facility GME teams, promoting collaboration and alignment on program goals and standards.
• Monitors program compliance, assesses areas for improvement, and implements strategies to enhance operational efficiency and program quality.
• Provides training and resources to program leaders and staff, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Location

****Location Franklin, TN (Hybrid preferred; Open to Remote for exceptional candidates)****

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field required
• A combination of education and relevant experience in field may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Master's Degree in Education, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or Behavioral Science/Social Work preferred
• 4-6 years of experience in GME administration or healthcare program management required and
• 3-5 years of experience as a Program/Fellowship Coordinator at an ACGME-accredited program preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of GME accreditation standards, including ACGME requirements.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills to guide GME administrative staff and program leadership.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and alignment across GME programs.
• Analytical skills for program assessment, quality improvement, and compliance monitoring.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing regulatory and operational requirements.
• Experience with GMETrack, ACGME ADS, Thalamus, New Innovations, and ERAS required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification in GME administration or related area preferred