The UI Heart and Vascular Center (HVC) is looking for someone to contribute to our success by providing high-level administrative support to the Administrator, Associate Director, and administrative hallway staff. This role supports both internal and external communication strategies, and assists in planning and coordinating academic conferences, promotional events, and employee engagement activities across the cardiovascular service line.
The position is expected to uphold the University’s standards regarding attendance, confidentiality, and the "Excellence Every Time" commitment, in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures, and practices.
Position Responsibilities
Operational Support & Office Management
- Provide confidential administrative support regarding sensitive operational, personnel, and financial matters
- Manage calendars for Administrator, Associate Director, and other admin leaders
- Coordinate meetings, conferences, and special events :
Book rooms, coordinate agendas, order food, make travel / accommodation arrangements
Track attendance and manage follow-up communicationsServe as main point of contact for Policy Tech management within the CenterCoordinate office and clinical workspace movesMaintain supplies and manage mail delivery, breakroom upkeep, and hallway communicationsOversee administrative hallway cleanliness and organizationServe as administrative backup for two other coordinatorsMay oversee conference room calendarWork on special projects as assigned by Administrator or Associate DirectorEvent Planning & Execution
Assist with planning and execution of HVC-related events (e.g., academic conferences, town halls, employee recognition) :Assist with event messaging and content
Coordinate speakers and presenters for eventsAttend and support on-site logisticsCollaborate with UI Marketing and Communications on event strategy and materialsMaintain a calendar of special events aligned with HVC strategic initiativeCommunications & Website Management
Develop internal communications (emails, message boards, newsletters, etc.)Maintain and update the internal HVC websiteIdentify and report outdated website content; collaborate with Iowa Health Care Marketing on updatesManage internal distribution listsPartner with Iowa Health Care social media and communication teams to ensure brand consistencyWrite staff, program, and project profiles to support internal storytelling and engagementWork with HR in development of communication strategies for staff recruitment marketingServe as liaison for Physician Relations to enhance referring provider communicationsFinancial Support
Maintain and reconcile PCard transactionsSubmit and track purchase requests; monitor account activityReconcile expense statements and audit travel vouchers for complianceAssist with cash-handling duties when requiredHuman Resources Support
May assist with the coordination of onboarding logistics for new hires and transfersSet up workspaces for new staffMay supervise clerical, temporary, or student staffCustomer Service & Information Flow
Act as a primary point of contact on behalf of HVC leadershipTriage and direct communication via phone, page, email, or faxRespond to inquiries using appropriate internal resourcesProvide training and act as a knowledgeable resource for team membersFacilities & Building Support
May serve as the lead contact for building and facilities-related issuesDistribute updates on policies, procedures, and administrative communicationsOther duties as assignedIowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is : Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Education Requirement
Bachelor's degree in business administration / management or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.Experience Requirement
1-3 years of experience providing direct administrative supportExperience managing multiple concurrent objectives and tasks while making effective judgments to the priorities of time and resource allocation.Ability to work independently and demonstration of self-motivation for assignment completion.Demonstrated ability to maintain professionalism and provide appropriate support to complex and confidential matters.Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.Ability to successfully collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team and / or across departments.Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word).Desired Qualifications
3 years of experience providing direct administrative support to an administrative leader / executive (health care setting preferred).Comprehensive knowledge of UI policies and procedures, Systems, and regulationsExperience working in a healthcare settingPrevious experience working in EPICIn order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission :
ResumeCover LetterJob openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential / education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
For additional questions, please contact Jordan Adam at jordan-adam@uiowa.edu or 319-384-5699.
Additional Information
Classification Title : Admin Services CoordinatorAppointment Type : Professional and ScientificSchedule : Full-timeWork Modality Options : On CampusCompensation
Pay Level : 2BContact Information
Organization : HealthcareContact Name : Jordan AdamContact Email : jordan-adam@uiowa.edu#J-18808-Ljbffr