Administrative Services Asst/UKHC

Job Title
Administrative Services Asst/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE54891

Working Title
Administrative Services Asst – Dept of Ophthalmology

Department Name
MG360: Ophth & Visual Science

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
08

Salary Range
$19.00-30.09/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 25lbs. Sitting for long periods of time. Repetitive motions.

Shift

Monday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00AM – 5:00PM (40 hrs/wk).

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, is seeking an Administrative Services Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the Department Chair. This role is responsible for managing complex meeting calendars and clinic schedules, coordinating and hosting visitors, supporting monthly faculty meetings, and assisting with special projects.

The position also plays a key role in preparing faculty dossiers and managing credentialing processes related to appointment and promotion. Additional responsibilities include planning departmental events and developing a monthly department newsletter.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office, Epic, Canva/Publisher.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

none

Deadline to Apply
06/29/2026

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.