PS Manager, Operations

University of Utah   Salt Lake City, UT   Full-time     Management
Posted on April 15, 2024
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Announcement

Details

Open Date

03/14/2024

Requisition Number

PRN37982B

Job Title

PS Manager, Operations

Working Title

Dental Equipment Manager, Sr.

Job Grade

G

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Yes

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday, occasional travel and weekend work is required.

VP Area

U of U Health - Academics

Department

01478 - SOD - EDUCATION

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$70,000 - 105,000

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, responsible for division/department operations, pertaining to administrative, financial,personnel, and organizational functions. Manage and maintain dental equipment associated with both educational and clinical functions of the School of Dentistry, General Practice Residency ( GPR), external Clinics, and associated laboratories on and off campus. Participate in the planning and organizing of offsite clinics and associated equipment purchases. Ensure the safe and economical operation and proper function of all dental equipment, air, and vacuum systems. Plan and participate in the budgetary meetings associated with long term care/cost of Dental Equipment.Create and manage an inventory of hardware with depreciation plans over the life of equipment. Create and deliver training courses to Students, Faculty, and Staff in regards to hardware managed.

As a member of the School of Dentistry team, you are expected to form positive and productive relationships with peers, students, and leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and PROMISE standards of the organization. You are expected to encourage and foster a supportive and compassionate environment for all patients, students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

1. Forecasts, develops and implements policies and procedures in the areas of dental equipment and budgetary goals and objectives that are consistent with University of Utah's policies. Analyzes process outcomes and workflow to ensure and identify efficiencies in productivity and savings.
2. Advise and organize a professional budget of dental equipment.
3. Participates in University-wide committees to establish customer service standards and administrative plans and policies.
4. Monitors the appropriateness and effectiveness of service within the division in order to deliver outstanding service to both internally and externally to the division.
5. Ensures customer satisfaction by analyzing complaints, concerns and suggestions and providing appropriate follow through.
6. Develops departmental strategies consistent with the assigned departments continuous quality improvement program.
7. Ensures competency of staff through the development and/or presentation of educational programs and through on going staff performance evaluations. Oversees recruitment, training, orientation, and professional development of division staff in support of accomplishing division goals and mission.

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, lifting, driving, etc.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related area of assignment or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of assigned department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department.

Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. 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.

Preferences

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * How many years of progressively more responsible management experience do you have?
    • Less than 2 years
    • 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
    • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 10 years
    • 10 years or more
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
  3. Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

University of Utah

Salt Lake City , UT