Admissions Interviewer

Admissions Interviewer

Objective

The Admissions Interviewer works within Enrollment Services and Student Operations (ESSO) and plays an important role in conducting interviews of prospective medical students and preparing interview summaries that assist in the holistic evaluation of each candidate. In this capacity, the Admissions Interviewer supports the School of Medicine’s mission to provide a diverse, multicultural, and international environment that empowers students to learn the medical knowledge, clinical skills, and professional behaviors to participate in healthcare delivery to people across the world. The Admissions Interviewer works collaboratively as part of the Interview Team to conduct interviews based on the range of application volume that occurs throughout the year. This role reports to the Director, Interview Program.

Essential Functions

• Prepare for, conduct, and summarize admission interviews across various world regions.
  
• Assess each applicant on the desired attributes of an SGU medical student. This work will be performed utilizing guidelines provided by the Interview Program in liaison with the Interview Task Force, Faculty
• Student Selection Committee, and ESSO leadership.
  
• Demonstrate professionalism, cultural awareness, active listening, and thoughtful written communication when conducting interviews and preparing summaries.
  
• Attend bi-weekly or monthly professional development sessions as required.
  
• Review and incorporate guidelines from newsletters and other resources provided by the Interview Program.
  
• Submit timely interview summary reports and respond in a timely manner to Interview Program inquiries.
  
• Be a positive contributor to a collegial, supportive, student-centered environment.
  
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
  

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the dedication, resilience, and academic rigor necessary to succeed in a graduate level health professions program.
  
• Familiarity with the multi-dimensional skills sets needed to be a compassionate, caring, and outstanding physician.
  
• Demonstrated excellence in interviewing and strong writing skills.
  
• Commitment to conducting interviews and representing the Office in an ethical and professional manner.
  
• Recognition of the strength and value of diversity and commitment to active listening, thoughtful, and open reflection for all students.
  

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent such as, not but limited to: DO, DPM, PhD, EdD, DrPH, or similar.
  
• Experience in healthcare or health professions education required.

Hours and Travel

Year-Round Part-Time Interviewers

• A year-round interviewer will provide availability to conduct at least three (3) interviews per week throughout most weeks of the year.
  
• Part-Time Interviewers will be required to provide set dates and times (in one-hour increments) for their availability from which applicants may choose to book an interview.
  
• Available for night/weekend interviews required
  
• Available to participate in professional development sessions throughout the year
  
• Recertification process occurs every eighteen months
  

Seasonal Part-Time Interviewers

• A part-time interviewer will provide availability for three (3) interviews per week during peak timeframes throughout the year.
  
• Peak interview timeframes typically occur in January, March/April, July/August and December.
  
• Additional timeframes may be necessary dependent upon demand.
  
• Part-Time Interviewers will be required to provide set dates and times (in one-hour increments) for their availability from which applicants may choose to book an interview.
  
• Available for night/weekend interviews required
  
• Available to participate in professional development sessions throughout the year
  
• Recertification process occurs every eighteen months
  

Full-Time Interviewers

• A full-time interviewer will conduct on average five (5) interviews per business day
  
• Professional development sessions typically occur once or twice a month for an additional 1 – 3 hours each month
  
• Most interviews will be conducted virtually with the possibility for occasional in-person interviews
  
• Evening and weekend hours required

Location

• This position is a remote position, with occasional in-person interviews as needed.
  
  

We Are

·       Student Centric: We approach every task with a focus on supporting our students to achieve their lifelong learning goals in a safe, vibrant and welcoming environment.

·       A Global Community: We are one team with an international outlook welcoming the strength in our diversity and the value each of us brings to what we do.

·       Accountable: We take responsibility for our actions by being responsive, resourceful and respectful in delivering on our commitments with integrity and the highest ethical standards.

·       Collaborative: We support and empower one another through open communications, cooperation, sharing knowledge and taking time to always listen and show we care.

·       Committed to Excellence: We take pride in our ongoing pursuit for continuous improvement through creativity, rigor and best practices to produce meaningful outcomes.

About University Support Services, LLC
University Support Services LLC (USS) is an affiliate of St. George's University (SGU), a leading provider of international medical education. SGU students and faculty come from 151 countries to the island of Grenada, located in the West Indies. Our purpose is to support SGU to deliver best in class education for all SGU students. We put a special focus on the growing global need for diverse high-quality medical and healthcare professionals. USS is pivotal in positioning SGU as a premiere medical degree institute through its student-facing as well as functional support teams.

USS is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is company policy to fill positions with qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender presentation), age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States (including veteran status) or status as a victim of domestic violence, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy protects applicants and employees from discrimination in the hiring process.