Staff Spotlight: Life as a Residency and Fellowship Program Administrator at ULSOM
It is an undeniable fact that ULSOM has some outstanding staff, and Cheri Bingham is no exception. As the residency and fellowship program administrator within the department of Radiology, Cheri plays a pivotal role in the academic leadership team. Her expertise spans managing training programs, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. She is deeply committed to advancing educational initiatives and achieving departmental goals and objectives.
Residency and fellowship program administrators like Cheri undertake unique responsibilities, including recruitment, credentialing, web content management, mentorship, event planning, and process enhancement at ULSOM. Cheri has admirably fulfilled these roles for 19 years, consistently bringing enthusiasm and expertise to her work.
Reflecting on her role, Cheri shared, “I find immense fulfillment in contributing to the education and development of our future physicians. Working alongside our outstanding staff makes me feel like I’m making a difference.”
Cheri also expressed admiration for ULSOM’s faculty, recognizing their dedication to academic responsibilities while serving as attending physicians.
Outside of her role as program administrator, Cheri is an active member of the School of Medicine Advancement, Retention and Training (S.M.A.R.T.) Advisory Council, advocating for resources that benefit her colleagues. Her involvement allows her to stay up-to-date with new, trending, and relevant topics within the medical education community.
Recently, more than 300 community members gathered at the annual S.M.A.R.T. Staff SummerFest, where attendees explored campus resources and enjoyed engaging conversations. The event fostered a sense of community and included free ice cream – a nice bonus!
“We were thrilled with the turnout at this year’s SummerFest,” said Dr. Glenn Gittings, chief of staff for the ULSOM Dean’s Office. “This event is a great example of how our S.M.A.R.T. Advisory Council continues to prioritize staff engagement and wellness. It’s rewarding to see so many colleagues connect with the resources and people that make ULSOM a special place to work.”
The S.M.A.R.T. Advisory Council remains committed to promoting holistic health and wellness among the ULSOM staff, planning additional events such as the HSC Fitness Center Open House, virtual coffee breaks, Speed Networking, and so much more. Stay tuned for more exciting initiatives aimed at supporting our dedicated staff.