Program Coordinator, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (Hybrid Opportunity)

Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: October 18, 2024

Job Description:

Program Coordinator, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (Hybrid Opportunity)This position will be based on the Stanford campus and is a hybrid of working on-site and working from home, subject to operational need.From benchtop research to international programs, the Department of Surgery provides exceptional patient care, delivers outstanding undergraduate and graduate education, and furthers the field of surgery through innovative basic science and clinical research.The Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery seeks an experienced Program Coordinator (Administrative Associate 3) to provide advanced scheduling, educational, and administrative support to faculty and trainees in a complex academic/clinical environment in the School of Medicine. This position requires an individual who can work independently and with minimal direction in performance of their duties.

• Act on behalf of the supervisor, department manager, or chair in regards to establishing priorities and identifying and resolving problems that are administrative in nature.
• Conduct advanced scheduling functions for Stanford and affiliated training sites and perform analysis to inform decision-making for clinical and administrative leadership.
• Oversee and/or perform duties associated with scheduling, organizing, and operating complex conferences, seminars, and events, including arranging with vendors for services, overseeing the production and distribution of materials, administering logistics, and managing event within budget.
• Compose and draft documents and correspondence for presentations, course handouts, grants, conferences, seminars, and reports; perform substantial editing and fact checking. Create, maintain, modify, and/or ensure accuracy of content in various unit documents, displays, reports, brochures, social media, and/or websites.
• Plan and schedule calendar(s) with limited consultation, resolve calendaring conflicts, and arrange travel in compliance with unit, university, and sponsor policies.
• Oversee and/or process a variety of financial transactions/reimbursements.
• May lead staff or supervise day-to-day work of student and/or temporary workers, including scheduling, assigning, and prioritizing workloads, setting appropriate deadlines, reviewing work for quality and timeliness, and providing performance review input.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):High school diploma and four years of administrative experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
  • Advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience proficiency with office software (Microsoft PowerPoint and Word and Excel) and email applications.
  • Demonstrated success in following through and completing projects.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and assign work to others.
  • Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects.
  • Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
  • Must be able to learn and troubleshoot online grant submission platforms.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Healthcare or Graduate Medical Education Experience preferred.
    • Complex scheduling experience preferred.
    • Prior work experience at Stanford University and/or in higher education strongly preferred.
    • Understanding of the organization of Stanford University Medical Center or similar academic medical center preferred.
    • Ability to independently compose/draft correspondence on behalf of the department leadership.
    • Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
      • Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
      • Frequently sitting.
      • Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
      • Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.WORK STANDARDS:
        • Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
        • Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
        • Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide.The expected pay range for this position is $33.17 to $43.75 per hour.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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