What is a residency coordinator?

As a residency coordinator, you are responsible for administrative work related to medical school residency. Your duties require you to vet candidate applications, work closely with students to ensure their educational goals are being met by the program, and ensure the residency program adheres to educational guidelines in order to maintain accreditation. A career as a residency coordinator requires you have some formal qualifications and post-secondary education, typically a bachelor’s degree in health care administration or a related field and five years experience in a health care administrative role. Useful skills for the job include organizational acumen, strong communication, and the ability to advocate effectively on behalf of students.