Department Administrator - Plastic amp; Reconstructive Surgery

The Department Administrator serves as the senior administrative leader for the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, overseeing both its academic unit within the College of Medicine (COM) and its clinical operations under the Faculty Group Practice (FGP). This role is responsible for directing, supervising, and coordinating all departmental functions to ensure alignment with institutional policies, strategic objectives, and operational standards.

Key areas of oversight include human resources, accounts receivable management, financial operations (including budgeting, reporting, expense control, and revenue optimization), space utilization, research administration, promotion and tenure processes, and safety and compliance. The Administrator provides strategic management insights into both academic and clinical leadership, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and long-term planning.

This position requires demonstrated expertise in academic and clinical physician group operations, with a deep understanding of organizational dynamics and regulatory frameworks. The Administrator supports the Chair and faculty in developing and implementing departmental strategy and policy, applying sound judgment and extensive experience to achieve goals. Leadership is exercised through collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, with a high degree of autonomy and creativity expected.

The Administrator reports directly to the Department Chair, with dotted-line reporting to the Chief of Staff/Senior Director of Administration in the College of Medicine and the Executive Director of the Faculty Group Practice. Responsibilities are shared across both COM and FGP domains, requiring seamless coordination and strategic alignment.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Advanced degree may be required. 10 years of relevant experience required. 15 or more years of relevant experience preferred.

FUNCTION: Business Planning and Operations
SUB-FUNCTION: Business Operations
CAREER BAND: People Leader - Managerial
CAREER LEVEL: M4