Director, Clinical Operations - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - College of Dentistry

Director, Clinical Operations - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - College of Dentistry

Hiring Department: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1032229

Posting Close Date: May 18, 2025

Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $90,000 to $105,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in the College of Dentistry at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking applications for a full-time Director of Clinical Operations.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

This position is responsible for oversight and management of the clinical operations of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic. This includes the clinic's administrative operations, clinic budget management, regulatory compliance, equipment and capital procurement, development of patient communications, outreach, staff management, scheduling and marketing. The Director will develop all appropriate guidelines, policies and procedures related to patient care, research, educational programs, clinical compliance while ensuring all clinical operations and program support the Department and the College of Dentistry's mission.

The minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree preferably in an oral health profession or related field, a Minimum of five years experience in progressive clinical administrative responsibilities in an oral health or healthcare organization, and Knowledge and experience in an electronic health records or dental health electronic. A Masters degree is preferred for this position. An oral health professional degree and/or licensure in a dental related field is also preferred. Knowledge in business process improvement, knowledge of technical dental and oral maxillofacial procedures, oral maxillofacial practice experience and/or experience in an academic oral healthcare environment highly preferred. The candidate is expected to have knowledge of budget management and financial information systems while having an understanding of various claim/billing methodologies. Experience in development of systems requirements and implementation of organization-wide applications along with a background in risk management programs and understanding compliance with regulatory health standards are preferred. The ability to manage people and complex tasks in a busy patient care environment is expected along with good oral and written communication skills, time management skills, stress management, detail oriented, maintaining professional behavior and image, and consistently being flexible and diplomatic.

For fullest consideration, applicants should submit a letter of intent, a current curriculum vitae, current license and the names of three professional references by May 18, 2025.

Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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