Manager - Occupational Health

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Amarillo is seeking a Manager - Occupational Health to lead a sub unit within the department, plan and develop goals, and supervise staff.

You will support employee and student health, coordinate annual competency assessments, ensure licensure/certification compliance, and uphold regulatory and accreditation requirements. This role emphasizes risk reduction and patient safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with two years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and supervisory experience to equal six years.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, clinical practice standards, and employee health processes.
• Ability to interpret organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Experience managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and compliance-related activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Manages a sub unit within a department.
• Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures.
• Represents the sub unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters.
• Supervises direct reports.
• Supports occupational health needs for employees, faculty, residents, students, and volunteers.
• Coordinates and administers annual clinical competency assessments for nursing and clinical support staff.
• Monitors and maintain nursing and medical assistant licensure and certification compliance.
• Ensures adherence to institutional, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Reduces organizational risk associated with expired credentials, incomplete competencies, and employee health compliance deficiencies.
• Enhances workforce onboarding, retention, employee well-being, and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Nursing principles

Regulatory knowledge

Prioritization

MS Office

EHR systems

Credential tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree + supervisory experience

Six years education/experience equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Record systems

Licensure tracking

Job description

Extended Job Title

Manager - Occupational Health

Position Description

Manages a sub unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures. Represents the sub unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.

Requisition ID

46086BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

28.99

Major/Essential Functions

• Manages a sub unit within a department.
• Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures.
• Represents the sub unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters.
• Supervises direct reports.
• Supports occupational health needs for employees, faculty, residents, students, and volunteers.
• Coordinates and administers annual clinical competency assessments for nursing and clinical support staff.
• Monitors and maintain nursing and medical assistant licensure and certification compliance.
• Ensures adherence to institutional, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Reduces organizational risk associated with expired credentials, incomplete competencies, and employee health compliance deficiencies.
• Enhances workforce onboarding, retention, employee well-being, and patient safety initiatives.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

27.11

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic nursing principles, clinical practice standards, and employee health processes.
• Ability to interpret and apply organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Experience managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and compliance-related activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic health record systems.
• Knowledge of licensure, certification, and credential tracking processes preferred.

Department

Risk Mgmt Ama

Job Type

Full Time

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.

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.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with two years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal six years.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

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.

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.

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.

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.