Job Description

Program Coordinator – Academic Partnerships / Workforce Development (Hybrid)

Sacramento, CA (occasional onsite) | 13-week contract | Start Date: 11/03/2025

About the Role

Sutter Health is seeking a Program Coordinator to support its Academic Partnerships team in advancing workforce development and student training initiatives across the organization. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth execution of externships, clinical placements, and academic programs that help strengthen Sutter’s healthcare talent pipeline.

This is a great opportunity for an early-career professional eager to gain hands-on experience in healthcare program coordination, higher education partnerships, and workforce development within a mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations for workforce and student training programs, including externships and academic partnerships.
• Manage program calendars, documentation, and communications between internal departments and academic partners.
• Track and maintain participant data; ensure accuracy and compliance with program requirements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting materials for leadership.
• Collaborate with the Academic Partnerships team to improve processes and support ongoing initiatives.
• Represent the team professionally with schools, vendors, and internal partners.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in program coordination, workforce development, higher education, or healthcare administration.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a proactive approach to deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to engage professionally with leadership and partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Smartsheet or Workday experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; fields such as Business, Education, Public Health, or related disciplines are advantageous.

Schedule and Location

• Onsite Expectation: Less than 20% (occasional meetings)
• Residence Requirement: Must live in Greater Sacramento Valley, Central Valley, or Bay Area
• Start Date: 11/03/2025
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is organized, motivated, and eager to learn—someone who wants to build a foundation in healthcare education and workforce strategy. This role offers direct exposure to enterprise-level programs, collaboration with academic and clinical leaders, and a chance to make a tangible impact on healthcare’s future workforce.

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