University of Utah
Operations Program Managers
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The University of Utah is hiring an Operations Program Manager to serve as a Surgical Technician and Program Manager at the Center for Medical Innovation. The role involves managing the ASCENT Lab surgical training center, coordinating training events with industry partners, preparing surgical equipment and supplies, and overseeing clinical observation programs within the U Health hospital system.
Highlights
- Manage and operate the ASCENT Lab surgical training center.
- Coordinate clinical observation programs (CLIP) for industry partners in the hospital system.
- Prepare supplies, instrumentation, and equipment for surgical training procedures, ensuring proper function.
- Set up operating room tables and manage maintenance and repair of surgical equipment.
- Collaborate with industry partners to define training event objectives and logistics.
- Plan and facilitate training events and orient visiting participants.
- Assist in developing department goals, utilization, capabilities, and budget planning.
- Requires knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and surgical equipment.
- Preferred candidates have at least 3 years of experience as a surgical technician and strong communication skills.
- Salary range is $65,000 to $90,000 depending on experience; requires a bachelor's degree plus relevant experience or equivalent.
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| Open Date | 02/25/2026 |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | PRN44347B |
| Job Title | Operations Program Managers |
| Working Title | Surgical Technician - Program Manager |
| Career Progression Track | P00 |
| Track Level | L3 - Career, L2 - Developing |
| FLSA Code | Administrative |
| Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
| Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
| Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
| Shift | Day |
| Work Schedule Summary | |
| VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
| Department | 01504 - Center For Medical Innovations |
| Location | Campus |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
| Pay Rate Range | 65000 to 90000, DOE |
| Close Date | 03/20/2026 |
| Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | |
| Job Summary |
Who We Are The Center for Medical Innovation (CMI) is the University of Utah’s medical device incubator and venture studio. We help innovators, entrepreneurs, and startups take bold ideas and turn them into real, market-ready medical technologies to launch into the market. From hands-on programs to in-house prototyping and regulatory support, we’re built to move fast and solve real problems in healthcare. In early 2026, we’re launching the James LeVoy Sorenson Center for Medical Innovation (SCMI) — a next-gen facility that will supercharge our ability to build, test, and launch even more breakthrough devices, including a state-of-the-art multi-bay surgery training center. More on that here. The Role We’re looking for a skilled surgical technician who can manage and run The ASCENT Lab – our surgical training center – and manage our CLIP program which provides clinical observation opportunities for industry partners in the U Health hospital system. You’ll be responsible for preparing equipment, managing supplies, and coordinating training events with industry partners, and coordinating clinical observations within the hospital. |
| Responsibilities |
What You’ll Do · Prepare supplies/instrumentation and equipment needed for surgical training procedures, ensuring all are working properly. · Set up O.R. tables and bays for each surgical training procedure. · Coordinate all maintenance and repair of surgical equipment. · Procure all necessary materials, supplies, and equipment needed for each training event. · Coordinate with industry partners to establish training event objectives, understanding what equipment and supplies will need to be prepared for the training event. · Serve as the on-site liaison for training events. · Orient visiting training participants to the facility and equipment. · Assist in the development of department goals/objectives, including utilization, capabilities, and budgets for the O.R. training center. · Plan and execute clinical observations for industry partners throughout the U Health hospital system. · Assist in the sales and recruitment for industry partner’s training events. · This position does not provide patient care. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Operations Program Manager, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience. Operations Program Manager, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. |
| Preferences | What You Bring · Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above · Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and surgical equipment. · Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills. · Understanding of clinical workflows to minimize disruption for clinical observations. · Ability to ensure the proper care, maintenance, and coordination of surgical equipment and supplies. · At least (3) years of hands-on experience as a surgical technician. |
| 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: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu https://safety.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. |
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What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
- 14 years or more
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- Resume
- Cover Letter
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University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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