Director of Education

Company: SOCIETY OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE
Location: Denver
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Director of EducationPosition SummaryThe WCM NYP Simulation Center is a partnership between NewYork Presbyterian Hospital and the Weill Cornell Medicine Departments of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and OB GYN. Weill Cornell Medical College is one of the nation's top ranked medical schools and NewYork Presbyterian Hospital is ranked among the top 5 hospitals in the country by U.S. News and World Report.Under the guidance of the Medical Director, the Director of Education works closely with the Associate Medical Directors, Operations Manager, and the staff of the WCM NYP Simulation Center to implement a wide range of strategic initiatives at NewYork Presbyterian Hospital. The Director is responsible for overseeing, developing, and directing simulation-based educational programs, collaborating with subject matter experts to create innovative and impactful medical curricula. Additionally, the Director leads the coordination of collaborative educational research efforts throughout the institution.Instructional Responsibilities:

• Course and Program Development:
  Design, develop, implement, and evaluate new courses and educational initiatives in collaboration with multidisciplinary and multiprofessional content experts.
  Validate existing courses and initiatives to ensure educational effectiveness and alignment with program objectives.
• Program Enhancement:
  Develop strategies to enhance educational programs and services, leveraging existing resources and acquiring additional tools to integrate simulation-based education into the healthcare curriculum.
• Feedback and Continuous Improvement:
  Collect and analyze educational feedback to evaluate the impact on the learning process.
  Identify areas for improvement and innovation in course delivery and simulation-based learning.
• Simulation Instruction:
  Teach clinical skills, critical thinking, and teamwork using simulation-based education strategies.
  Serve as a mentor and educator for clinicians, staff, and management, demonstrating best practices in teaching and professional behavior.
• Professional Development and Leadership:
  Promote excellence in teaching by modeling respectful behavior and fostering a positive learning environment.
  Stay current with industry trends through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to support ongoing professional growth.
  Publish and present simulation activities at national and international conferences.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, staff, and students.
  Foster a collaborative teaching environment by integrating diverse departmental goals and teaching points.
  Administrative Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Oversight:
    Collaborate with the Medical Director to develop and implement policies, procedures, and standards that support the center's mission and educational goals.
  • Program Management:
    Ensure ongoing compliance with required certifications, licensures, and accreditations; liaise with relevant agencies to maintain accreditation.
    Maintain proficiency in existing and emerging technologies, including basic theory, design and implementation. Maintain data confidentiality and security; prepare secured area for data storage and retrieval.
  • Grant and Funding Initiatives: Identify and submit grant proposals and partnership funding opportunities (government, foundations, industry) to support simulation education and patient safety research.
  • Collaborative Relationships: Build and maintain relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and external educational organizations. Foster interdisciplinary and interprofessional research and collaborate on multidisciplinary projects, facilitating publication opportunities.
  • Research Leadership: Lead research efforts to validate and assess simulation-based training, equipment, and interventions. Partner with faculty to design research protocols, identify funding, collect and analyze data, and report research outcomes.
  • Public Relations and Outreach: Promote the Simulation Center through public relations events, community outreach, and the development of new markets for simulation applications. Represent the center in professional and civic organizations and committees.
  • Institutional Liaison: Interface with institutional leadership to align simulation activities with institutional goals. Facilitate tours and orientations to promote Simulation Center programs to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Global Collaboration: Collaborate with regional, national, and international healthcare education communities to advance simulation use in training and practice.Reports directly to the Medical Director.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements
    • Doctoral degree in Education or a health discipline: Medicine, Nursing, Health Care Administration, or other related field.Highly Desired Requirement
      • Preferred: minimum of two years' experience in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating, and customizing clinical, educational, or simulation programs, though highly qualified new doctoral candidates may be considered.
      • Preferred: professional experience as a practitioner in a clinical environment, with significant exposure to direct patient care.
      • Preferred: experience in the provision of clinical education.
      • Experience in curriculum development and documentation.
      • Experience writing proposals for education or research.Required Knowledge and Skills
        • Simulation Expertise:
          Proficient in simulation services, technologies, and applications.
          Educational and Instructional Knowledge:
          Strong understanding of adult education principles and methods.
          Familiarity with educational theory and instructional technology.
          Research and Analytical Skills:
          Knowledge of experimental design and statistical methods.
          Exceptional analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving abilities.
        • Technical Proficiency:
          Familiar with computer hardware and software related to simulation functions.
          Proficient in PC and Mac-based software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
        • Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
          Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
          Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.
          Ability to interact effectively with learners, healthcare professionals, and institutional personnel at all levels.
        • Presentation and Professionalism:
          Capable of developing and delivering clear and engaging presentations.
          Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and professionalism in all responsibilities.
        • Confidentiality and Ethical Standards:
          Committed to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive issues with discretion.
          Working Conditions/Physical Demands Requires an ability to assist in the move, assembly, and disassembly of various simulation equipment and furniture.Salary Range
          $90,000.00 - $120,000.00*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when hired for NYC OfficesWeill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists - faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization - are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Behavioral Health Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.Minimum Requirements
          • Doctoral degree in Education or a health discipline: Medicine, Nursing, Health Care Administration, or other related field.Highly Desired Requirements
            • Preferred: minimum of two years' experience in planning, developing, implementing, evaluating, and customizing clinical, educational, or simulation programs, though highly qualified new doctoral candidates may be considered.
            • Preferred: professional experience as a practitioner in a clinical environment, with significant exposure to direct patient care.
            • Preferred: experience in the provision of clinical education.
            • Experience in curriculum development and documentation.
            • Experience writing proposals for education or research.Required Knowledge and Skills
              • Simulation Expertise:
                Proficient in simulation services, technologies, and applications.
              • Educational and Instructional Knowledge:
                Strong understanding of adult education principles and methods.
                Familiarity with educational theory and instructional technology.
              • Research and Analytical Skills:
                Knowledge of experimental design and statistical methods.
                Exceptional analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving abilities.
              • Technical Proficiency:
                Familiar with computer hardware and software related to simulation functions.
                Proficient in PC and Mac-based software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
              • Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
                Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
                Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.
                Ability to interact effectively with learners, healthcare professionals, and institutional personnel at all levels.
              • Presentation and Professionalism:
                Capable of developing and delivering clear and engaging presentations.
                Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and professionalism in all responsibilities.
              • Confidentiality and Ethical Standards:
                Committed to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive issues with discretion.
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