Program Coordinator, Elder Life

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position organizes, directs and controls all aspects of a site, project or program within an administrative unit. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Requirements

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Ability to act as a liaison between internal and external constituencies involved in program related activities. Problems arising from these efforts will be addressed by the incumbent who will refer to their manager any issues outside of program policy and procedure guidelines.
The level of responsibility does not generally extend beyond the parameters of the program except in an advisory capacity.
Ability to have generalized oversight of more than one program.
Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalency.
Two additional years of related experience, or equivalency.

Responsibilities

Oversees administrative matters regarding the day-to-day operations and procedures of an administrative program.
Develops and implements unit-specific financial goals and performs strategic and tactical planning for the program by establishing short and long range objectives.
Prepares or assists in preparing proposals, audit reports, protocols, publications, and articles.
Assesses related training needs and coordinates training programs to meet those needs.
Develops, and implements department or program specific policies and procedures.
Serves as the department representative in addressing issues and questions related to the programs, which may include representing the department on various committees.
Forecasts, prepares, or coordinates the preparation of the program budget and monitors expenditures.
Negotiates terms of contracts and/or service agreements.
Stays abreast of legal, or other related changes, impacting the program and makes recommendations for improvement and compliance.
May develop systems and maintain records to support and advance the program.
Provides independent oversight and decision making for all activities of a specified program.