UAMS Medical Education Program Designated Institutional Official (DIO)

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No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.   UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 • Career Training and Educational Opportunities • Merchant Discounts • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Summary of Job Duties: The Baptist Health – UAMS Medical Education Program Designated Institutional Official (DIO) provides institutional leadership and oversight for all Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)-accredited residency programs under the Baptist Health-UAMS Medical Education Program Sponsoring Institution. The DIO is responsible for ensuring institutional compliance with ACGME Institutional Requirements and Common Program Requirements and serves as the primary institutional liaison to the ACGME. Qualifications: Required Qualifications • MD or DO degree (or equivalent). • Active, unrestricted medical license. • Demonstrated experience in graduate medical education (e.g., Program Director, Associate Program Director, or comparable leadership role). • Working knowledge of ACGME Institutional and Common Program Requirements. • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Additional Information: Responsibilities Institutional Oversight and Authority • Serve as the institutional official with authority and responsibility for the oversight and administration of all ACGME-accredited programs. • Ensure compliance with ACGME Institutional, Common, specialty, and subspecialty program requirements. • Act on behalf of the Sponsoring Institution in all matters related to ACGME accreditation.

Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) Leadership • Partner with the GMEC to establish, implement, and monitor institutional GME policies and procedures. • Ensure the GMEC effectively reviews program performance, accreditation status, and compliance concerns. • Oversee GMEC documentation, including agendas, minutes, and action plans.

Program Oversight and Accreditation • Review and approve Program Letters of Agreement (PLAs) and ensure appropriate oversight of participating sites. • Review and approve institutional and program-level submissions to the ACGME, including applications, changes, and annual updates. • Lead institutional preparation for ACGME site visits, reviews, and responses to citations.

Clinical Learning Environment, Quality, and Safety • Ensure systems are in place to monitor and improve the clinical learning and working environment. • Oversee institutional processes related to patient safety, quality improvement, supervision, and professionalism involving residents and fellows. • Ensure residents and fellows have mechanisms to report concerns related to patient safety, quality of care, mistreatment, or the learning environment.

Resident/Fellow Well-Being and Professionalism • Ensure institutional policies and processes address resident and fellow well-being, fatigue mitigation, impairment, and professionalism. • Promote a culture that supports psychological safety, professionalism, and respectful learning environments. • Ensure confidential processes exist for reporting and addressing mistreatment or unprofessional behavior.

Program Director and Faculty Support • Provide guidance, mentorship, and institutional oversight to

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