at ADRDA INC., dba The Alzheimer's Association in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
Senior Specialist, Continuing Education will work collaboratively with Alzheimer's Association internal liaisons supporting daily continuing education operations to ensure all accreditation requirements are met for directly provided activities and supporting the education and training center. Responsible for managing the administrative and operational activities of a continuing education function, including collecting outcome data for review of program effectiveness and ensuring that all continuing education programs meet accreditation and industry needs. Work with Mission Engagement Team with education and training center operation support.
This position is remote and travel is up to 10%.
Essential Job Functions:
Manage and effectively coordinate:
Complete and submit continuing education activity planning applications with accreditation partners, gathering all necessary documents including faculty disclosures
Updates on accreditation policies and practices from the ACCME, AMA, etc, on a regular basis and update internal liaisons and Association leadership
Update policies and forms as needed
Gather and assist with analyzing data, including preparing annual reports such as PARS
Review activity evaluations and participant comments monthly and utilize data to recommend improvements to the CE program
Deploy post-activity surveys to follow up with participants on implemented practices
Assist with preparation of accreditation materials (PARS report, PIP information, etc)
Assist in identifying areas for improvement (education, technology, reporting, etc)
Assist in the provision of training and guidance to association staff and leaders on accreditation compliance, department policies, and best practices
Serve as documentation historian by collecting, organizing, and tracking documents
Assist with handling the timely and accurate input and maintenance of accreditation documentation and program files, include financial disclosure forms, commercial support letters, records of attendance
Assist with ensuring files are complete prior to activity launch
Review marketing pieces for CE accuracy
Serve as documentation historian by collecting, organizing, and tracking documents
Serve as a resource to Faculty, coworkers, and learners who have questions or needs related to continuing education programs
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required
4+ years' experience performing duties and responsibilities as a CE Coordinator or similar position
Experience with an accreditation or credentialing organization
Working knowledge of ACCME and AMA accreditation requirements
Experience working with an accredited CME program
Strong commitment to balancing service with regulatory functions
Able to manage multiple projects and adhere to strict deadlines
Exemplary customer service approach in communicating with internal and external stakeholders
Skilled problem solver, with ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and heavy workloads
Self-directed, self-motivated team player
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills; rigorous attention to detail
Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong editing and proofreading skills
Superior computer skills with competency in MS Office Suite, web-based applications, and constituent relationship management applications
Dedicated to continuous improvement and quality assurance processes
Deploy sound judgment to keep supervisors and team members aware of events with impact on key operations
Willingness to learn and to take on new challenges
Senior Specialist, Continuing Education
Position Location: remote
Full time based on 37.5 hours per week minimum
Grade: 506 Exempt (Estimated Annual Salary $60,000 - $75,000
Reports To: Director, Health Professional Education
Who We Are: The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
At the Alzheimer's Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer's and those at risk for the disease.
We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer's, their caregivers and... For full info follow application link.
The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and provides consideration for an employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, genetic predisposition, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
