Sr Clinical Dept Admin - Pedi & OBGyn

About the role

Employees in this position are responsible for managing the day-to-day administrative operations of a clinical department. Persons in this position must exercise a high degree of initiative and independent judgment, and should have a general knowledge of Health Sciences Center policies and procedures as they relate to department financial management and personnel administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to department staff personnel.
• Work performed under usual office conditions; deadlines, meetings and maybe some travel.
• Considerable contact and coordination with HSC administrative officials, administrative personnel of other departments and units, granting agencies, other institutions, and government organizations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in health care administration or a business‑related area.
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of the principles and fundamentals relating to budgeting, accounting, recordkeeping, and business writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of general administrative procedures that apply to functions such as personnel, payroll, and purchasing.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise judgment in unusual or new situations.
• Ability to exercise discretion when processing confidential material.