PS Manager, Outpatient Clinic

University of Utah, United States

Updated: 7 days ago
Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 Nov 2026

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Open Date 08/31/2026
Requisition Number PRN46066B
Job Title PS Manager, Outpatient Clinic
Working Title Outpatient Clinic Manager
Career Progression Track G
Track Level
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. 
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $60,000 to $109,649
Close Date 11/30/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Job Summary
Functions as a key member of the ambulatory operations team responsible for pediatric subspecialty clinical services. Under minimal supervision, manages operational aspects of clinic staffing and flow, oversees clinic staff and ensures that the staff, equipment, and resources all support the provision of excellent clinical care.  As part of ambulatory operations team, assists in establishing and improving processes and to optimize clinic efficiency and quality. Reports to the Associate Director of Ambulatory Operations. Partners effectively with key stakeholders, including department and community care providers and Primary Children’s Hospital to enhance delivery of care.
 
The ambulatory group in the Department consists of 13 pediatric subspecialty divisions and service lines that practice primarily at Eccles Primary Children’s Outpatient Services building (PCOS), Primary Children’s Hospital (PCH) Riverton, PCH Layton, Miller Primary Children’s Lehi, and some satellite clinics. The pediatric ambulatory clinics at PCH operate in clinic space that is leased from PCH and used in conjunction with PCH and other University and community pediatric providers.
 
The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit: http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/. Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.
 
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information) 
  • 14.2% retirement contributions
  • Generous paid leave time  
  • 11 paid Holidays per year
  • 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
  • Flex spending accounts
  • University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
  • Variety of elective insurance coverage , including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet. 
  • Free transit on most UTA services
  • Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
  • Professional development opportunities


Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Operations:
  • Provide daily management, oversight, and problem-solving in clinical flow and staffing.  Uses resources effectively to support clinical operations financial goals.  Works closely with department leadership and Associate Director of Ambulatory Operations to implement and advise on strategic plans and goals 
  • Fosters a culture of professionalism and engagement.  Utilizes participative management models and shared decision making to develop recommendations or decisions on aspects of operations.  Proactively identifies areas for improvement and works with department leadership on proposals. 
  • Markets and promotes new and existing programs and services to internal and external customers.
  • Forecasts, develops and implements policies and procedures in the areas of customer service, staffing and budgetary goals and objectives that are consistent with University of Utah’s policies.


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    Clinical Services:

  • Oversees hiring, training, orientation, and professional development of clinical support staff and assigned division clinical staff.  
  • Monitors patient volumes, quality of care, and performance of staff to identify areas for improvement.
  • Promotes competency of clinic support staff through the development and coordination of educational programs and training, competency standards, and evaluation processes.
  • Assists in development of guidelines for documentation and care planning based on current clinical and research information.
  • Ensures clinical staff performance and compliance with all internal and external standards.  
  • Takes a leadership role in quality improvement.

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    Patient Experience:
  • Promotes customer satisfaction through analyzing complaints, concerns and feedback, and providing appropriate follow-up. 
  • Facilitates cooperative and collaborative team, department, and institutional relationships to continuously improve and enhance patient experience.
  • Leads Quality Improvement initiatives related to improving the patient experience.  Ensures staff successfully implement initiatives.  Routinely reports out on patient experience survey scores to staff, division leadership, and administration leadership.

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    Physician and staff engagement:
  • Collaborates effectively with division chiefs and clinical experts to ensure consistency and quality in clinical care.
  • Conducts routine meetings with division leadership, reports out on KPI’s related to patient experience and clinical efficiency.  Presents data regarding space utilization, staffing, and physician load leveling.
  • Mentors, develops, and supports staff.  Evaluates and recommends staff leadership roles and opportunities.
  • Leads QI initiatives and enhances the care coordination efforts of the clinical care team which consists of medical assistants, healthcare assistants, diagnostic technicians, patient service representatives, nurses, advanced practitioners, and providers.
  • Develops departmental strategies consistent with the assigned departments continuous quality improvement program.

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    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 required
    Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
     
    Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
    Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
    Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
    Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
    Minimum Qualifications
    Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to five years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required.
    Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred.
    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
    Preferences
    Preferences include MBA or MHA degree. Previous experience in clinical operations, leading MAs, leading process improvement projects, and working with RNs and providers. 
     
    The department will screen applicants according to preferences.
    Type Benefited Staff
    Special Instructions Summary
    Additional Information

    The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
    This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
    The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
    Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
    Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
    To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .


    Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
    https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
    As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members , a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Do you have four or more years of progressively more responsible management experience?
    • Yes
    • No

    • Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
    • Optional Documents
    University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

     


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