Associate Director
- Employer
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
- Location
- Lubbock
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.
About TTUHSC
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.
Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.
Visa Information
TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.
Position Description
This Position is Open to TTUHSC Employees OnlyPerforms administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and program. Under general supervision, performs varied and complex administrative duties requiring independent judgment and the application of established policies and procedures. May provide supervision and direction to clerical, para-professional or professional staff members.
Major/Essential Functions
- Assists in translating organizational access priorities into operational plans with clear metrics, timelines, and accountability.
- Assists with implementing initiatives that strengthen patient access, reduce complexity for front-line teams, and promote unified experiences across clinics and service lines.
- Referral Review -Assessing referrals for appropriateness as directed in the guidelines.
- Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center
to collaborate with operational and clinical leadership to ensure access to protocols that
support capacity optimization, provider satisfaction, and balanced workloads. - Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center
to manage day-to-day operations of the Access Center, including scheduling, call management, referral
handling, fax handling, patient payment plans, and related administrative workflows. - Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center
to monitor KPIs such as call abandonment, speed-to-answer, average handle time, calls offered,
calls answered, calls outbound, average time in queue, scheduling accuracy, referral turnaround, and fax handling timeliness. - Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center to ensure staffing models, training programs, and workflows scale with organizational needs.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and coaching to Access Center supervisors and staff. Foster a culture rooted in service excellence, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center
to partner with HR to shape recruiting, onboarding, career pathways, and performance management
practices within the Access Center. - Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center for operational
improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce variation, and eliminate bottlenecks in
patient access workflows. - Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center to implement
standardized procedures, quality audits, and feedback loops across all teams. - Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center to support technology upgrades, system optimization, and adoption of digital tools that elevate access performance.
- Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center, who acts as
liaison between clinics, specialty departments, IT, revenue cycle, and leadership to resolve access-related issues and align priorities. - Communicate thoughtfully and proactively with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative
Operations Access Center regarding performance, challenges, and improvement plans. - May represent the Access Center when the Managing Director and Associate Managing Director of
Administrative Operations Access Center are out. - Works with the Associate Managing Director of Administrative Operations Access Center to work with IT, EHR, and operational support teams to enhance the use of scheduling, registration, and patient
access systems. - Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field plus four years of related administrative and technical experience OR a combination of education and/or years of experience in the area of specialization or closely related field to equal a minimum of 8 years.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in health-related field.
- Experience designing and implementing educational activities with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Experience working with physicians, clinics, and other advanced practice providers.
- Demonstrated proficiency in use of spreadsheets, databases, and material/curriculum design and implementation platforms (Zoom, PowerPoint, Adobe, Teams, Excel).
- Experience with Referral Management Programs.
- Current TTUHSC Employee.
Benefits
TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:
- Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
- Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
- Retirement Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Grade Minimum
4185.67
Pay Grade Maximum
11510.58
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Grant Funded?
No
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Shift
Day
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.
Organization
TTUHSC operates five schools, multiple online programs and numerous facilities across the state of Texas, with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas, and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa), in addition to our flagship campus in Lubbock, Texas.
As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing world-class patient care to the surrounding communities. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.
What We Stand For: Inclusion, Vision & Values
Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of a supportive community that empowers each individual and embraces all cultures, races, backgrounds, abilities and identities. Diversity and Inclusion are not just important—they are essential to our mission and integral to our purpose.
Five core values—One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, Beyond Service—drive everything we do. Through our Values-Based Culture, we are committed to promoting an exceptional, inclusive & equitable workplace.
Our Vision: “Transform health care through innovation and collaboration.” Here, everyone plays a vital role.
Compensation & Benefits
TTUHSC proudly provides many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance at no charge to the employee, paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and state holidays) and substantial automatic retirement contributions.
Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal wellness and professional growth, including:
Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
Leadership and Professional Development Programs
Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay
We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
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