Integrative Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Manager at University of California - Irvine

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit . The Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI) is a part of UCI Health and the Susan & Henry College of Health Sciences. The Samueli Institute is working to transform healthcare through the practice of integrative health by conducting rigorous research, promoting evidence-informed treatment modalities, educating the public, providing individualized, patient-centered clinical care, and providing services to the community that focus on obtaining optimal health.


Your Role on the Team

The Integrative Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Manager uses advanced operational concepts and objectives to resolve highly complex issues within the cardiac rehabilitation program. This role regularly involves working on issues that require an in-depth evaluation of variable factors, necessitating sophisticated analysis of situations or data. The manager exercises judgment in selecting appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to achieve optimal results and program goals. They primarily manage programs and proposals with a broad impact across various functions, research initiatives, and educational programs. Additionally, in collaboration with the Executive Director and Chief Administrative Officer, the program manager will develop and oversee the implementation of innovative programs and processes, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with the latest best practices in cardiac rehabilitation. The manager ensures compliance with credentialing standards, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to integrate new treatment modalities, and creates evidence-informed educational materials and resources for patients and healthcare professionals. They also identify opportunities for program expansion and communicate effectively with stakeholders to align program goals with organizational objectives.
What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Advanced knowledge of common organizational- or research-specific and other computer application programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and influence, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of organizational or initiative processes, protocols and procedures.
• Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.
• Advanced analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Certified exercise physiologist or formal licensure/training in exercise physiology and/or cardiac rehabilitation.
• Proven experience in designing, developing, and implementing innovative healthcare programs, particularly in integrative cardiac rehabilitation, with a focus on evidence-informed practices.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders, including but not limited to leadership, healthcare professionals, patients, and organizational leaders, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 5 to 7 years of relevant experience working in cardiac rehabilitation programming and/or project management.
  Preferred:
  • Master's degree Total CompensationIn addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our and .
    
    
    Conditions of Employment:The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
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    • Legal Right to work in the United States
    • Vaccination Policies
    • Smoking and Tobacco Policy
    • Drug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
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