Administrative Director, Transplant Service Line

The University of Toledo; Ottawa Hills (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toledo Health Science Campus seeks an Administrative Director to lead the Transplant Service Line, aligning operational performance with academic, patient-centered care goals. You will provide strategic oversight across UTMC Center for Transplant Medicine and affiliated clinics, driving coordination and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates have strong health system leadership experience, a master’s degree, and proven ability to manage complex teams, data-driven decisions,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in healthcare, business, education or related field required; MBA or MHA preferred.
• Seven plus years of previous management experience with at least five in healthcare/ transplant services.
• Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives certification preferred.
• Experience with operations improvement methodologies (lean six sigma) desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Transplant Service Line.
• Oversee coordination of operations across UTMC Center for Transplant Medicine and affiliated clinics.
• Drive alignment with University’s mission of academic excellence and patient-centered care.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and drive accreditation readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Operations management

Communication

Data analysis

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree or higher

MBA or MHA preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Title:

Administrative Director, Transplant ServiceLine

Employee Classification:

J1 - Salaried Full Time HSC

Bargaining Unit:

Professional Staff Association

Primary Location:

HSC H

Shift:

1

Start Time:

8:30am

End Time:

5:00pm

Job Description:

The Administrative Director for Transplant Service Line providesstrategic and operational leadership for the UTMC Center forTransplant Medicine and affiliated clinics and outreach servicesacross UToledo Health. This role delivers oversight andcoordination of operations within the transplant service lineensuring alignment with UTH’s mission of academic excellence,patient-centered care, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher degree in healthcare, business,education or related field required; MBA or MHA preferred.
• Seven plus years of previous management experience required withat least five in years in a relevant healthcare setting withtransplant services experience preferred.
• Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executivescertification preferred.
• Experience, training, and/or certification in operationsimprovement methodologies (i.e. lean six sigma) desired.
• Tactful, respectful, and courteous in dealing with patients,visitors, students, residents, physicians, and staff.
• Able to maintain effective working relationships with personneland medical staff.
• Successfully completed orientation program within 90 days.
• Demonstrates ability to work with self-direction with minimalsupervision.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills,with the ability to work closely with multiple teams.
• Previous experience with accreditation standards including theJoint Commission.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, or similarsoftware applications with proven knowledge of standard computermanipulation required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both oral andwritten format.
• Ability to successfully operate and manage others in complex,high paced team-based environments requiring sophisticatedinterpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional, service-orientedworking relationships with patients, families, physicians, nurses,co-workers, supervisors and others.
• Ability to analyze data, perform multiple tasks and workindependently.
• Must be able to understand and comply with policies andprocedures.
• Possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional officeenvironment with a high-performance team of professionals inpartnership toward common objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or MHA preferred.
• At least five in years in a relevant management experience in ahealthcare setting with transplant services experiencepreferred.
• Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executivescertification preferred

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, theUniversity of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employmenthealth screening requirements for the University of Toledo HealthScience Campus Medical Center will include drug and other requiredhealth screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. TheUniversity of Toledo does not discriminate in employment,educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation,gender identity and expression, military or veteran status,disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the bestand brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation toindividuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation tocomplete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [e-mail] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at theOffice of Human Resources located in the Center for AdministrativeSupport on the UToledo Main Campus.

Advertised:

09 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time