| About Us Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is a clinician-led, self-governed and independent multi-specialty group practice, providing care to the more than 700,000 Kaiser Permanente patients in Washington state. We work unencumbered by traditional health care obstacles and without silos; prioritizing people over profits, collaboration over ego, and driven by a singular goal: our patients' health. At WPMG, we take care of the whole person, with a team to address the fundamental, social, and emotional needs that contribute to total health. We are clinicians motivated by the desire to make a purposeful difference in the communities we serve, and in how health care is delivered. Summary Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group- is seeking a Full Time 1.0 FTE Administration Admin to join our WPMG HQ team in Renton, Washington. Job Summary The Training and Development Specialist in an active member of the Practice and Leadership Development (PLD) team providing teaching, facilitation, curriculum and materials design for training that supports WPMG business goals. The position also requires effective collaboration with other PLD team members on a variety of training and development programs and projects. The position will have increasing opportunities to participate in designing and delivering digital and virtual learning to support the objectives of the organization. Principal Duties and Responsibilities - Coordinates and facilitates all aspects of new employee Welcome Day including but not limited to: partnering with Pre-boarding and KFHPWA colleagues, coordinating and communicating with new hires, providing program facilitation, acting as faculty liaison, overseeing the production of materials and slides and co-designing curriculum.
- Contributes to the design, teaching and facilitation of additional PLD course curriculum as needed.
- Partners with subject matter experts to identify target audience's learning needs.
- Identifies effective methods for assessing the outcomes of programs.
- Maintains current knowledge of adult learning principles, training modalities, training content and program efficacy.
- Serves as liaison between faculty, subject matter experts, and support staff in all aspects of production and delivery of curriculum and related materials; contributes to the planning, production, and publication of digital and print materials as needed.
- Develops, designs and edits online learning material, content and assessment tools.
- Implements online learning activities and programs.
- Designs, develops, and maintains program records and serves as an LMS Administrator as needed. Assists in the preparation of reports on learning activities and programs.
- Develops effective working relationships with PLD team members, KFHPWA colleagues, front line clinicians and leadership to support business objectives.
- Supports in any other administrative support as needed by the department and other duties as assigned including cross training.
- Must meet WPMG compliance and code of conduct standards.
- Meets all regulatory requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills Required: Adult Learning and Curriculum Development - Knowledge and understanding of curriculum research and development principles and procedures.
- Expertise in designing and developing PowerPoint slides, graphics, and converting learning concepts into visual aids.
- Knowledge and experience in adult learning, teaching methods, curriculum design, and/or instructional design.
- Ability to design e-learning courses.
Facilitation and Teaching - Strong teaching and facilitation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with physician and diverse audiences.
- Knowledge of adult learning and teaching methods and standards, particularly working with professional audiences.
- Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
Teamwork and Collaboration - Ability to work with large groups, teams, and individuals.
- Must possess competencies that include excellent customer service skills and expertise in job functions, accountability for work, and creation of productive working relationships.
- Demonstrated skill working within multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external colleagues.
Related Business Acumen - Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
- Demonstrated skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge and understanding of how to work with an LMS.
- Ability to identify critical issues, problem solve, take initiative, exercise independent judgment and function as a team member.
- Ability to prioritize multiple deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits Benefits include: Medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k) & employer-paid retirement contributions, paid vacation, long-term disability, long-term care benefits. Community Renton, with a population of 101,300, is located on the south shore of Lake Washington with spectacular views of the lake, the Olympics, the Cascades, and Mount Rainier. The Cedar River runs through the heart of downtown and offers an abundance of natural beauty and a run of federally endangered chinook salmon. The City is centrally located for access to the regions' transportation network, accessible by four state and three interstate highways, only minutes away from Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma and Sea-Tac Airport. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace and favorable business climate have attracted the attention of nationally recognized companies that are looking to provide employees and their families with an outstanding quality of life. We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients in Washington State's richly diverse communities. Many know the Pacific Northwest as an attractive tourist destination with beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities. These elements, and others, make Washington an excellent place to live. Equity, Inclusion and Diversity In our local communities and across the nation, Kaiser Permanente sets the standard for respectful care. With multicultural staff, equity, inclusion and diversity councils, medical interpretation resources, outreach efforts, educational programs and more, Kaiser Permanente puts people first in our medical centers and beyond. As part of Kaiser Permanente, Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) seeks to create equity in our communities, eliminate health disparities, and always put patients--the heart of everything we do--first. Following the guidelines in our National Diversity Agenda, every member of our team strives to: - Provide culturally responsive and appropriate medical care to improve the health and satisfaction of all people in our increasingly diverse membership
- Recruit and retain clinicians and staff that enhance our workforce
- Grow our membership by providing exceptional service and clinical care to all communities in our region
Creating a diverse workforce, an inclusive environment, and equitable opportunity for employment, growth, and advancement are deeply linked to our mission, our business, and our economic future. WPMG continues to add programs that build and maintain a workplace where we engage with our members, communities, and each other--with dignity, respect, and cultural understanding. Equal Employment Opportunity As part of our commitment to our employees and the members and patients we serve, we integrate diversity into all aspects of our operations. Maintaining a workforce with industry-leading levels of diversity through deliberate planning, development, and outreach is critical to fulfilling our mission, sustaining our business objectives, and providing the best level of care to our members and patients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. |
