Operations Coordinator

Responsibilities

• This position performs routine and special assignments related to activities in the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care administrative offices and our clinical, teaching and research missions.
• Participates in process and performance improvement by identifying, analyzing, and enhancing existing processes to achieve better outcomes.
• Coordinates the smooth onboarding of new faculty and other providers.
• Manages special projects, functions, and events related to the Department including visitor applications and orientations and various outreach events.
• Manages updates and front-end maintenance of the DACC website working with leadership across the department as needed.
• Coordinates the development and distribution of the departmental newsletter.
• In conjunction with University and UCMC communications teams, maintains a DACC profile of various social media platforms.
• Maintains an accurate and up-to-date departmental leadership contact list and Emergency Operations Manual and ensures proper distribution of EOM.
• Administers various surveys as part of ongoing departmental operations or special projects.
• Follows up with faculty and staff on the completion of required trainings and recertifications.
• Coordinates alumni relations activities.
• Assists in the coordination of visiting professors and outside speakers. Liaise with external presenters to ensure completion of relevant paperwork, arrange travel, process stipends/fees, and gather necessary information for successful participation.
• Oversees and maintains the physical office space, ordering equipment repairs, upgrades, and office supplies.
• Maintains the DACC physical asset inventory.
• Facilitates administrative needs in support of the research mission including the oversight of research space.
• Provides professional support to clinical department management. Implements plans for clinical educational programs and initiatives.
• May act as a liaison between the section and other University departments.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Requirements

• Education:
• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Work Experience:
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
• Certifications:
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• Bachelors degree in related field.
• 2 years administrative experience in an academic medical environment.
• Preferred Competencies
• Excellent project management skills.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with a focus on serving the community through collaboration and respect.
• Handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with absolute discretion.
• Maintain calm and courteous demeanor and work productively despite competing priorities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Follow an issue through to resolution.
• Take initiative and organize and complete projects with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with central administration within a complex research university environment.
• Maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with co-workers, faculty, guests speakers, venues, and vendors to promote a culture of wellness and excellence for the department.
• Working Conditions
• Office environment in BSD administrative buildings and UCMC hospital facilities.
• Application Documents
• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
• When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
• Job Family
• Administration & Management
• Role Impact
• Individual Contributor
• Scheduled Weekly Hours
• 40
• Drug Test Required
• No
• Health Screen Required
• Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
• Pay Rate Type
• Hourly
• FLSA Status
• Non-Exem

Benefits

Additional Information

Department BSD ACC - Administrative Operations About the Department The mission of the Department of Anesthesia & Critical Care is to: Provide outstanding compassionate patient care; educate each other and the next generation of physicians and scientists; be leaders in scholarship, discovery and innovation; and to bring out the best in all with whom we work. Faculty, other academic appointees, residents, postdoctoral scholars and fellows in the Department of Anesthesia & Critical Care conduct a broad range of research and clinical care. We are a community of scholars committed to advancing our research, education and training, and clinical missions. Job Summary The Operations Coordinator works under the general direction of the Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Section Administrator, or their designee. Our ideal candidate is a highly organized, resourceful professional who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and is energized by the operational details that keep a department running smoothly.

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