Clinical Administrator I/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky’s Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Clinical Administrator I to lead a broad range of administrative and operational functions. Reporting to the Department Administrator, you will oversee financial administration, budget monitoring, purchasing, payroll, and compliance with UK policies.

You will supervise staff, manage HR activities, and lead faculty affairs including recruitment, appointments, credentialing, and promotions, while coordinating departmental programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in administrative management.
• Experience in academic department operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial administration and budget monitoring.
• Oversee payroll, purchasing and compliance with policies.
• Supervise administrative staff and manage HR activities including recruitment, onboarding and training.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Epic

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at computer for periods of time.

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Job Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Clinical Administrator I to provide leadership and oversight for a broad range of departmental administrative and operational functions. Reporting to the Department Administrator, this position serves as a key partner in supporting the department’s clinical, educational, and research missions.
Working collaboratively with departmental leadership, the Clinical Administrator I assists with the development and implementation of operational programs, policies, and strategic initiatives that promote organizational effectiveness and support departmental goals. The position is responsible for financial administration and operational oversight, including budget monitoring, financial reporting, purchasing, payroll, and compliance with university and UK HealthCare policies and procedures.
The Clinical Administrator I provides leadership and supervision for administrative staff and oversees human resources activities including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and staff development. The position also leads faculty affairs activities, including faculty recruitment, appointments, onboarding, credentialing, licensure, privileging, productivity administration, promotion and tenure processes, and other faculty-related administrative matters.
Additional responsibilities include oversight of departmental fellowship and medical student program administration, coordination of departmental philanthropy and marketing activities, and management of departmental facilities, equipment, and space utilization. The position serves as a key liaison among faculty, staff, trainees, the College of Medicine, UK HealthCare and external partners to promote effective communication, collaboration, compliance, and operational excellence. Based on departmental needs, the Clinical Administrator I may represent the department on behalf of the Department Administrator and assist in advancing strategic initiatives and special projects.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office, Epic

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/06/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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• * Responsibilities for this role include financial management, budget monitoring, supervision, and academic department operations support. Please describe your prior work experience as it relates to this position.

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