Graduate Assistant

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a Graduate Assistant to support the Compliance and Risk Management department with administrative duties, records-retention, data-tracking, and program-support activities.

You will assist with travel reconciliation, purchasing, invoice processing, scheduling, and maintaining audit-ready records, while tracking data and performance metrics to aid risk management initiatives. Strong organizational and analytical skills are required.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in the graduate program of an institution within the Texas Tech University System.
• Strong organizational, analytical, written communication, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Compliance and Risk Management department with administrative, records-retention, data-tracking, and program-support activities.
• Assist with travel reconciliation, purchasing and receipt documentation, invoice and credit card processing, scheduling, and retention of departmental records.
• Track, report, and trend departmental data and performance metrics and support emergency preparedness, contracting, credentialing, and risk management initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Data tracking

Administrative support

Education

Graduate student enrolled in TTUS system

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides 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

A graduate student in an institution within the Texas Tech University System employed in support of a department or unit responsible for work assigned by the supervisor within the unit or department which utilizes knowledge beyond undergraduate academic studies.

Major/Essential Functions

Experience or academic preparation involving business administration, healthcare administration, public administration, compliance, risk management, finance, data analysis, or a related field. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Ability to manage confidential information, detailed documentation, and multiple assignments under established deadlines.

• The Graduate Assistant supports the Compliance and Risk Management department through administrative, records-retention, data-tracking, and program-support activities.
• Responsibilities include assisting with travel reconciliation, purchasing and receipt documentation, invoice and credit card processing, scheduling, retention of departmental records, and maintenance of audit-documentation back-up.
• The position also assists with tracking, reporting, and trending departmental data and performance metrics and may support emergency preparedness, contracting, credentialing, compliance, and risk management initiatives. Work is performed under supervision and evaluated based on accuracy, timeliness, confidentiality, service, and completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, written communication, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and shared electronic document systems.
• Experience with purchasing, travel reconciliation, invoice processing, credit card documentation, scheduling, or other administrative functions.
• Ability to maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready records in accordance with retention requirements.
• Experience tracking, summarizing, reporting, or trending data and performance metrics.
• Interest in healthcare compliance, risk management, emergency preparedness, contracting, credentialing, or related institutional operations.

Occasional Duties

Enrolled in a graduate program of an institution within the Texas Tech University System. Must remain in good academic standing and meet all institutional eligibility requirements for graduate employment.

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in the graduate program of an institution within the Texas Tech University System.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

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

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$9.98

Pay Grade Maximum

$19.00

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

None

Shift

Day

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.aspx.