University of Utah Job Description
Job Summary
This position is responsible for coordinating department/program schedules and may perform other related duties pertaining to staffing, purchasing, etc
Qualifications
Three years of experience working in an office or clinic, with an emphasis in scheduling, or a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); and demonstrated effective communication, human relations, and computer skills required. Some areas of assignment require completion of a medical terminology course, certification related to specific area, and/or additional years of related experience.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Essential Functions
1. Depending on the area of assignment coordinates schedules for staffing, procedures, or other events in accordance with University and departmental policy and procedures.2. Maintains schedule by revising and updating them as necessary depending on circumstances.3. Coordinates services with other departments or outside vendors.4. Provides statistical reports and participates in quality improvement projects by developing data collection tools, analyzing, compiling and reporting data, and providing input.5. Assists in overseeing the purchasing functions, including ordering supplies and equipment.6. Prepares training material and coordinates training of staff.7. May supervise employees through work direction, performance evaluations, and counseling.8. Compiles and maintains accurate departmental records to include but not limited to payroll and employee information. 9. May monitor staffing requirements and assure compliance with DNV.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Comments
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
