We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities

The role of the Assistant Manager is to provide 24-hour responsibility for operations, management, supervision, and leadership over the Lift Team, Patient Transport, and Special Duty Caregiver (SDCG) departments.

Provides direct supervision to Patient Support Services Supervisors, Lift Technicians, Mental Health Workers, Patient Transporters, Special Duty Caregivers, Telesitters and Volunteers in conjunction with the department Manager and Director. Supervises and coordinates departmental operations, resolves system issues, advises on work methods, and manages schedules. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems. Interprets and assures compliance with provisions bargaining contracts and Staff Personnel policies. Responds to identified learning needs of staff on assigned shift and makes recommendations for/arranges for/provides educational programs. Supervises staff to ensure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, functional, and human) in compliance with department goals and objectives. May assume full responsibility for the department in delegated areas and in the absence of the manager. Maintains clear communication with Nursing Units and Nursing Supervisor in real time of hospital flow.

Required Qualifications

• Internal applicants must possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree. Degree is required in a position-related field or applicant must complete degree within 3 years of hire.
• External applicants must possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a position-related field.
• Have at least three years of recent management experience.
• Maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
• Maintains flexible scheduling as required by workload and departmental needs
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing
• Commitment to excellence in patient care
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional, and productive manner
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice
• Knowledge and proficient in the use of health care technology within specialty area

Special Requirements

This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

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