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How much do residency program coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for residency program coordinator in Arizona is $26.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.82 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Residency Program Coordinator vs Residency Program Manager?

AspectResidency Program CoordinatorResidency Program Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, healthcare or education backgroundOften requires a bachelor's or master's degree, with more experience
Work EnvironmentAdministrative support within hospitals or medical schoolsOversees program operations, often with supervisory duties
Employer & IndustryHospitals, medical schools, healthcare organizationsMedical education institutions, healthcare systems
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on administrative support roles in residency programsFocuses on leadership and management of residency programs

The Residency Program Coordinator handles administrative tasks, scheduling, and communication within residency programs, while the Residency Program Manager oversees program operations, manages staff, and ensures compliance. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and responsibility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a residency program coordinator?

To thrive as a Residency Program Coordinator, you need strong organizational abilities, knowledge of accreditation requirements, and experience in academic or healthcare administration, often backed by a bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with systems like ERAS, ACGME webADS, and scheduling software is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills set top candidates apart in managing residents and faculty needs. These competencies are crucial to ensure smooth program operations, regulatory compliance, and a supportive educational environment.

What does a residency program coordinator do?

A residency program coordinator performs all of the administrative duties needed to run a medical residency program at a teaching hospital or medical facility. Your responsibilities are to work closely with the medical students to ensure they are getting the education they need to be successful doctors. Your duties include ensuring the teaching program meets accreditation standards and overseeing compliance. You work closely with the residency program director to review candidates for the program and choose students for admittance. The residency program coordinator takes a global view of the program and ensures students get an excellent residency experience.

What are some of the main challenges residency program coordinators face in managing program accreditation requirements?

Residency Program Coordinators often juggle complex tasks related to ensuring accreditation standards are met, such as tracking resident progress, maintaining detailed documentation, and preparing for site visits. They must stay up-to-date with evolving accreditation guidelines and coordinate with faculty, residents, and hospital administration to gather necessary data and implement compliance measures. Balancing these administrative responsibilities while also supporting residents' day-to-day needs can be challenging, but strong organizational skills and proactive communication help coordinators succeed.
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Infographic showing various Residency Program Coordinator job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,960 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

General Surgery Residency Program Manager

Banner Health

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


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Job description

Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

Program Directors BUMCT/BUMCS

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Administrative Services

Lead the Future of Surgical Excellence – General Surgery Residency Program Manager at Banner Health!

Banner Health's Department of Surgery is seeking a self-directed Program Manager to orchestrate all facets of our prestigious General Surgery Residency Program. This is far more than administrative coordination—you'll be the strategic architect ensuring ACGME accreditation compliance, managing program budgets, overseeing resident recruitment and evaluations, and serving as the critical liaison between faculty, residents, and GME leadership. You'll manage conference schedules, maintain electronic evaluation systems, process research activities, oversee program finances, and represent the program at national ACGME meetings—all while exercising diplomacy and discretion in a fast-paced surgical education environment. If you're ready to combine your program management prowess with meaningful impact in graduate medical education, this is your chance to join Banner Health's commitment to developing exceptional surgeons!

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM

Banner University Medical Group is our nonprofit faculty practice plan associated with the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine in Phoenix and Tucson. Our 1,100-plus clinicians provide primary and specialty care to patients at highly ranked Banner - University Medical Centers and dozens of clinics while providing mentorship to more than 1,200 residents and fellows. Our practice values and encourages the three-part mission of academic medicine: research, education and excellent patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position facilitates the operations of medical education and supports the activities required for accreditation, recruitment, and effective operation of the medical education program. This position is responsible for organizing and documenting all medical education activities for an assigned program(s). Provides administrative support to program leadership, faculty, residents and department committees as assigned.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Coordinates the operations of the residency and/or fellowship program including, but not limited to, activities of the medical education committee, timely completion of items requested of GME and ACGME, and monitoring work hours to ensure compliance with ACGME and program requirements.

2. Serves as the administrative liaison with external regulatory and compliance agencies. Maintains and updates policies and procedures in accordance with program, facility, and organizational policies and procedures, standard professional practices, guidelines and standards as specified by accrediting agencies and related local, state and federal laws and regulations.

3. Coordinates educational sessions to fulfill program requirements and is a liaison of requirements pertaining to medical records, risk, human resources, and occupational health.

4. Collects, assembles, and maintains required data for residency and/or fellowship databases. Gathers information to facilitate development of the program's fiscal budget and monitors monthly financial reports for variances.

5. Maintains knowledge of current accreditation and board requirements for medical students, residents, clerkships, and/or fellowships as required.

6. Participates in resident recruitment process and coordinates the application process. Ensures communication materials and web site are up-to-date. Reviews and processes all correspondence and applications and assists in scheduling interviews for potential Residents.

7. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with program directors, staff, faculty and residents/fellows. Serves as a resource to program directors, staff, faculty and residents/fellows. Ensures customer service needs are met. Answer incoming calls and emails in an efficient manner. Provide accurate answers and solutions to customers. Redirect customers to appropriate teams and/or departments as needed.

8. Internal contacts include physicians, administration, and employees. External customers include various medical education accreditation agencies and federal, state and local regulatory agencies for medical education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


Must possess knowledge of medical education coordination as normally obtained through the completion of an associate’s degree in business, human relations, related field, or may commensurate with experience gained in a medical residency program or equivalent.
Requires three years of experience in related area. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and must have the ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment Requires strong research and organizational abilities. Must have the ability to guide and lead others. Requires demonstrated negotiation and persuasion skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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