Project Administrator

University of Utah Health • Murray, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The right candidate for this role will be willing to jump into project details and work processes and deadlines with both business staff and IT staff and facilitate project movement. Although project administration is key here, some technical tasks may be asked of the candidate. A self-starter as well as attention to detail is key in this position. This position oversees all administrative, financial, personnel, and technical functions of a project or program in an assigned department. The incumbent organizes and assigns duties to employees and advises the departmental administrators of the project or program's activities. As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA Corporate Overview: 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 relation and effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures and department guidelines.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, related field, or equivalency.
• Four years of progressively more responsible health care or health plan related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Master's degree in an area related to the program, or equivalency.
• Pharmacy Technician experience may be preferred, depending upon hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or assists in the preparation of an operating budget, which estimates various expenditures, and monitors and reports the status of the budget on a monthly or annual basis.
• Coordinates the total financial and personnel management functions of the area with the corresponding support activity.
• Acts as resource and coordinator for explaining and complying with the University policies and procedures.
• Obtains necessary equipment and manages the maintenance.
• Maintains all types of contracts or grants on behalf of the department.
• May assist with recruitment, interviewing, selection, and orientation of other staff members.
• May support quality improvement initiatives and projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees