Job Description
Overview 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 This position supervises the daily activities of the assigned department by coordinating in-service and ongoing education, monitoring quality control, and safety processes, hiring and training new staff, evaluating performance, and scheduling work shifts. Reporting staff operates in support of the environment of the facility. Staff has minimal or no interaction with the patient/family during their visit and has no involvement in the coordination of medical treatment. Staff is tasked with materials management and/or maintenance of the overall conditions of the assigned facility. This position is not responsible for providing clinical patient care. 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. Responsibilities Supervises the daily operations of the department including the interviewing and hiring of staff, training, creation of work schedules, and work assignment distribution. Enforces the department's written standards of practice, policies and procedures, and initiates corrective action as necessary. Evaluates job performance to ensure department job standards are being maintained. Resolves p