GME Accreditation Coordinator

Socket.dev; Arkansas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff/depend.*

Retirement: up to 10% matched

Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and EducationalOpportu

Merchant Discounts

Prescription delivery on main campus

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks a Graduate Medical Education (GME) Accreditation Coordinator to support accreditation efforts within the COM GME Office. The role combines knowledge of ACGME requirements with leadership in coordinating committees, reviews, and program visits.

You will ensure institutional compliance, track deadlines, and assist with documentation while collaborating with program directors, coordinators, residents, and other stakeholders to advance GME

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health, business, or related field.
• High School diploma/GED plus four (4) years of project coordination or administrative support experience required.

Responsibilities

• Accreditation Coordination: Support Graduate Medical Education (GME) accreditation activities and ensure programs remain aligned with ACGME and institutional requirements.
• ACGME Data & Reporting: Utilize the ACGME Accreditation Data System to review data, generate reports, verify program information, and assist with annual institutional and program reporting requirements.
• Committee & Meeting Coordination: Coordinate GMEC and subcommittee activities, including calendars, meeting invitations, attendance, document preparation, meeting minutes, reminders, and follow-up requirements.
• Program Reviews & Site Visits: Support internal program reviews, special reviews, institutional and program site visits, Annual Program Evaluations, and annual ACGME updates.
• Compliance Monitoring: Track and monitor compliance related to evaluations, program letters of agreement, ACGME surveys, moonlighting, clinical activities, milestones, program changes, resident/fellow complement, participating sites, and other accreditation requirements.
• Process Management: Manage accreditation-related forms and workflows and collaborate with GME staff to develop and improve processes using systems such as SharePoint, New Innovations, and other institutional resources.
• Accreditation Documentation: Assist with tracking and responding to ACGME Letters of Notification, citations, surveys, and other accreditation documentation while ensuring institutional deadlines and requirements are met.
• Non-Standard Training Programs: Support programs seeking ACGME Non-Standard Training recognition, including application processes, accreditation requirements, and preparation for institutional site visits.
• Policies & Procedures: Assist with developing, maintaining, implementing, and communicating GME policies and procedures and support programs through transitions to new accreditation requirements or processes.
• Program Support & Consultation: Serve as a resource and point of contact for program directors, coordinators, residents, fellows, and other stakeholders regarding GME accreditation, policies, processes, and requirements.
• Special Projects & Events: Support GME special projects, annual orientation, communications, program tracking, and other institutional initiatives that support the continued growth of Graduate Medical Education.
• Collaboration & Customer Service: Work collaboratively with the GME team, program leadership, and other stakeholders to provide high-quality support, resolve issues, and promote effective GME operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in health, business, or related field

High School diploma/GED plus four years of project coordination or administrative support experience

Tools

SharePoint

New Innovations

Job description

Closing Date

10/18/2026

Type of Position

Professional Staff (Non-Classified), Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type

Regular

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Department

COM | GME Office

Summary of Job Duties

The Graduate Medical Education (GME) Accreditation Coordinator supports the accreditation efforts of the UAMS COM GME office. The GME Accreditation Coordinator is a member of the COM GME Office’s leadership team and as such has unique knowledge of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), Institutional and program-specific requirements, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health, business, or related field, or
• High School diploma/GED plus four (4) years of project coordination or administrative support experience required.

Key Responsibilities

• Accreditation Coordination: Support Graduate Medical Education (GME) accreditation activities and ensure programs remain aligned with ACGME and institutional requirements.
• ACGME Data & Reporting: Utilize the ACGME Accreditation Data System to review data, generate reports, verify program information, and assist with annual institutional and program reporting requirements.
• Committee & Meeting Coordination: Coordinate Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) and subcommittee activities, including calendars, meeting invitations, attendance, document preparation, meeting minutes, reminders, and follow-up requirements.
• Program Reviews & Site Visits: Support internal program reviews, special reviews, institutional and program site visits, Annual Program Evaluations, and annual ACGME updates.
• Compliance Monitoring: Track and monitor compliance related to evaluations, Program Letters of Agreement, ACGME surveys, moonlighting, clinical activities, milestones, program changes, resident/fellow complement, participating sites, and other accreditation requirements.
• Process Management: Manage accreditation-related forms and workflows and collaborate with GME staff to develop and improve processes using systems such as SharePoint, New Innovations, and other institutional resources.
• Accreditation Documentation: Assist with tracking and responding to ACGME Letters of Notification, citations, surveys, and other accreditation documentation while ensuring institutional deadlines and requirements are met.
• Non-Standard Training Programs: Support programs seeking ACGME Non-Standard Training recognition, including application processes, accreditation requirements, and preparation for institutional site visits.
• Policies & Procedures: Assist with developing, maintaining, implementing, and communicating GME policies and procedures and support programs through transitions to new accreditation requirements or processes.
• Program Support & Consultation: Serve as a resource and point of contact for program directors, coordinators, residents, fellows, and other stakeholders regarding GME accreditation, policies, processes, and requirements.
• Special Projects & Events: Support GME special projects, annual orientation, communications, program tracking, and other institutional initiatives that support the continued growth of Graduate Medical Education.
• Collaboration & Customer Service: Work collaboratively with the GME team, program leadership, and other stakeholders to provide high-quality support, resolve issues, and promote effective GME operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

Sitting, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity

Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

Kneeling, Lifting, Reaching

Benefits Eligible

Yes