At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. 
 
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Lippincott - 303 Lippincott Drive

Remote Type:

Hybrid

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Hybrid schedule:

• Minimum 3 days/week onsite & out in the community (can vary)
• Occasional night & weekend events

Job Summary:

The Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating programs and activities related to the Southwestern NJ AHEC.  Collaborates with AHEC leadership and the AHEC Program Office to ensure an outstanding student experience.  Maintains professional credentialing requirements for all programs.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for daily coordination of Area Health Education Center activities.  Collaborates with leadership on planning, implementation and evaluation of experiential learning opportunities for students.  Coordinates programs, activities, and schedules for AHEC students.  Curate or host AHEC Scholar events/panels/to provide more in depth view of Southwestern AHEC services and communities served.

Provide significant support for third year medical students with all designated onsite experiences within the Virtua network and/or community.

Maintains professional credentialing requirements for all programs

Other duties as assigned by Virtua Health leadership and/or the AHEC Program Office

Position Qualifications Required:

Required Experience:

Minimum of 3 Years of experience with demonstrated interest in local food, community, social justice, public health and/or local economies and be motivated by the mission of providing valuable experiential learning opportunities and resources to future healthcare professionals.

Experience with or understanding of marginalized communities.

Must display ease and comfort with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions and demonstrate the ability to treat all people with equity and respect.

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Training / Certification / Licensure:

Valid NJ Driver license

Supports the facilitation and coordination of River AHEC programming and participates in required facilitator trainings and certifications, such as COPE, Mental Health First Aid, and other program-specific trainings necessary to deliver high-quality student and community engagement experiences.

Hourly Rate: $30.37 - $47.20 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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