Associate Director GME Programs

CHS Career Site; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking a Manager, GME Programs to oversee Graduate Medical Education initiatives, ensure compliance with ACGME standards, and drive continuous program quality across clinical and educational settings. The role partners with corporate and facility leadership to implement improvements and support accreditation efforts.

The ideal candidate will have a healthcare administration background with 4–6 years in GME administration, strong leadership, and experience with GME technology

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

GME leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Admin or related

Master's degree preferable

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 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