Clinical Department Operations Lead

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Texas is seeking an experienced health care administrator to manage the day-to-day operations of a clinical department. You will supervise staff, monitor budgets, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.

This full-time role offers competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment across campuses. Travel up to 25% may be required; evenings and weekends may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health care administration or business-related areas.
• Two years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, accounting, recordkeeping, and business writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to exercise judgment in unusual or new situations, and to handle confidential material.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administrative operations of a clinical department, including oversight of front office and clinical staff, personnel administration, and departmental activities; exercise independent judgment and ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff through performance evaluations, training, and professional development; promote teamwork, accountability, problem-solving, and appropriate staffing.
• Monitor clinic productivity, scheduling, room utilization, and patient flow to maximize operational efficiency and minimize patient delays.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and financial operations to develop and manage clinic budgets, justify equipment needs, monitor expenses, and maximize revenue.
• Ensure compliance with applicable institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards, including Texas Board of Nursing, OSHA, and CLIA.
• Collaborate with other departments and teams to evaluate existing services, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop new clinical programs and services.

Education

Bachelor's degree in health care administration or business-related area

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Texas is seeking an experienced health care administrator to manage the day-to-day operations of a clinical department. You will supervise staff, monitor budgets, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.

This full-time role offers competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment across campuses. Travel up to 25% may be required; evenings and weekends may be needed.