Job Details

Division Administrator Oncology/Hematology

Position Number: 6591195
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Health - Healthcare Administration

Division Administrator Oncology/Hematology

Job Summary

The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah is seeking a visionary and experienced healthcare organizational, operational, and financial senior leader to serve as Division Administrator and administratively lead the Divisions of Medical Oncology and Hematology. This high-impact, highly visible role within the Department of Internal Medicine provides full administrative and financial oversight of two of the largest and most complex divisions within the School of Medicine, comprising nearly 200 faculty, advanced practice clinicians (APCs), and staff.

This position reports directly to the Division Chiefs for Medical Oncology and Hematology and has functional reporting to the Department's Senior Administrative Director. In this role, the Division Administrator will lead strategic planning, financial management, operational execution, and cross-functional coordination of the clinical, research, and educational missions. This role also serves as a key liaison with the Huntsman Cancer Institute and other institutional partners to ensure alignment, continuity, and innovation in cancer and hematologic care.

This is a dynamic leadership opportunity requiring technical proficiency in healthcare operations, organizational management, financial management, and academic administration, along with exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills. Success in this position requires a high level of proficiency in budgeting and data analysis, along with strong relationship management skills to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced academic medical environment.

About the Divisions
The combined Divisions of Hematology & Hematologic Malignancies and Medical Oncology include 74 faculty members, 70 advanced practice clinicians, and 13 staff. Together, they lead robust clinical, research, and education programs that serve patients across the region and contribute significantly to the Department of Internal Medicine's mission.

Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Leadership

Ability to network and forge strong cross-functional relationships with stakeholders across the organization, including physicians, department and division leadership, hospital leadership, and other key stakeholders.
Dynamic and resilient leader able to rapidly adjust to change and evolving priorities.
Strategic thinker/planner able to add value to an organization that is beyond the accomplishment of day-to-day tasks.
Lead and integrate strategic initiatives across both divisions.
Represent divisions on departmental and institutional committees.
Partner with Huntsman Cancer Institute leadership to drive mission alignment.
Oversee restructuring efforts to streamline workflows and optimize administrative staffing.
Develop a sustainable administrative model, including an Associate Director and reallocation of junior administrative roles.

Financial Management

Develop and manage short- and long-term budgets across clinical, research, and educational domains.
Conduct complex financial analyses and ensure billing compliance.
Present monthly financial performance and forecast reports.

Clinical Program Oversight

Administer and expand clinical programs across oncology and hematology subspecialties.
Utilize performance analytics to evaluate program effectiveness and drive innovation in care delivery while expanding patient access.
Direct the integrated clinical enterprise to meet patient care, financial, and academic benchmarks.

Research Administration

Collaborate with HCI and Department grant management professionals, including support of grant effort allocation and spending.
Support research development and collaboration across institutional entities.

Educational Support

Support educational programs, including residency and fellowship training.
Ensure compliance with GME and institutional guidelines.
Collaborate with faculty to enhance curriculum and training outcomes.

Human Resources & Organizational Development

Lead and grow a team of experienced administrative professionals that include administrative and executive assistants, a financial management analyst, associate director, and others.
Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for faculty and staff.
Provide performance feedback and coaching to faculty and staff.
Identify scalable solutions to support a growing workforce.

Policy & Compliance

Develop, monitor and interpret policies to ensure regulatory and institutional compliance.
Monitor adherence to federal, state, and university regulations.

Patient Experience

Analyze patient feedback and implement service improvements.
Foster a culture of excellence in patient-centered care.

DISCLAIMER
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration or related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); eight years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communications skills required.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Experience in practice management, clinic operations, direct patient care, or healthcare administration.Knowledge of managerial principles, HR management, and risk management.Comprehensive understanding of academic medical center environments.Experience with clinical informatics in hospital or ambulatory settings.Proven leadership and project management skills with the ability to motivate multidisciplinary teams.Self-starter with the ability to identify and operationalize initiatives independently.Detail-driven leader with a strong familiarity with healthcare analytics and a focus on data-driven decision-making.Excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills.Advanced problem-solving skills with a desire to tackle unexpected changes.Strong decision-making and judgment capabilities.Regular in-office presence expected during the first year; hybrid arrangements may be considered thereafter.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN43158B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00233 - Oncology
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 153000 to 200000
Close Date: 11/30/2025
Open Until Filled:

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