at American Dental Association in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
Who We Are: It all starts with purpose.
We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture.
With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here is sure to put (or hopefully keep!) a smile on your face. The ADA's headquarters is located just steps from Chicago's Magnificent Mile and is easily accessible by public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Maryland areas!
We have been named as a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune in both 2019 and 2021 - come join our team!
Job Responsibilities:
The Manager, Advanced Dental Education provides the primary staff support for five (5) advanced dental education disciplines (dental public health, oral and maxillofacial pathology, oral and maxillofacial radiology, pediatric dentistry, and prosthodontics) including: 1) developing policy reports and completing post-meeting follow-up; 2) preparing accreditation site visit reports and correspondence, monitoring and processing accreditation applications and program reports, and providing related responses and general correspondence; 3) maintaining current, accurate accreditation documents, templates and files, ensuring electronic records are up to date, and public information is available on the Commission's website; 4) overseeing site visits in the assigned disciplines; 5) formulating and implementing polices related to dental education; 6) utilizing research and Commission policy to make appropriate decisions; 7) serving as staff secretary for the five review committees and other committees as assigned; 8) serving as a liaison and resource to other agencies; 9) providing continuity and consistency in understanding, interpreting and applying Commission policies and standards necessary to act as a resource for programs, site visitors and Commission volunteers; and 10) maintaining site visitor documents, and developing and providing training and information to Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) volunteers. This position staffs several accreditation site visits each year and writes site visit reports. This position also supervises the two (2) site visit coordinators who coordinate all CODA site visits and assign site visitors for approximately 270 site evaluation visits conducted annually for the Commission's accreditation program. Additionally, this position works with the other managers to plan and coordinate site visitor training and provides consultation to programs preparing for their site visits. The Manager is required to be trained annually in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance policies and procedures.
Must Have:
Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 5 years' experience supervisory experience managing staff, effective report writing, tracking details, and managing large volumes of information; or 3 years' experience with a Master's degree
Effective communication with and management of groups and/or committees
Experience working in a team environment
Excellent oral and written communication, report writing, interpersonal, analytical, creative problem solving, organizational, project management, and time management skills
Ability to exercise independent judgement in decision-making, work independently to manage several projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Prioritize and execute accurate and complete work products with limited supervision
Analyze complex issues and apply relevant policies and procedures
Analyze causes and synthesize related information to formulate strategies for enhancing the accreditation process
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (WORD, EXCEL & PowerPoint), databases, websites, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint or other web-based document retention and meeting platforms
Travel/Evening/Weekend work required for CODA site visits, national meetings, and to participate in CODA or committee meetings
Nice to Have:
Knowledge of dentistry, public speaking skills
Experience working in a health care organization or educational institution that includes report writing/editing
Knowledge of and/or experience with accreditation
Familiarity with development of training materials and structure of workshops
Occupational experience with an accreditation agency, preferably in the healthcare field
Just a few of the benefits offered to employees:
Promotes Work/Life Balance
Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)
Health insurance/ dental reimbursement plan
Ample Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Student Loan Refinance
2 days off to work at a charity event of your choice
The American Dental Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not... For full info follow application link.
EOE of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
