Under the direction of the Director of Quality, the Education Dept. Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Education Department through the coordination of educational programs, new hire orientation, and departmental resources. This position serves as a key administrative resource, ensuring the effective organization and delivery of education-related activities across the organization.

The Education Dept. Coordinator provides comprehensive clerical and administrative support to the Quality Department, Community Outreach, and other departments as assigned. Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, maintaining records and documentation, preparing reports, assisting with program implementation, and facilitating communication among departments.

The Education Dept. Coordinator is responsible for carrying out departmental functions and projects as assigned by the Director of Quality, Clinical Educators, and Administration. This role assists in the planning, coordination, and evaluation of educational initiatives, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and objectives.

Additionally, the Education Coordinator supports performance improvement efforts by coordinating activities, tracking outcomes, maintaining related documentation, and contributing to initiatives to enhance organizational performance based on identified results and quality indicators.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience in lieu of a high school diploma/GED education will be considered.

Completion of some College courses is preferred or equivalent work experience.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

One to two years of work experience in a hospital setting.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

None.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Possesses good oral and written communication skills.  Previous hospital based work experience a plus but not required.  Possesses basic computer skills, basic typing skills and good phone etiquette skills. Ability to multitask.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.