Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Published
July 24, 2025
Location
Lubbock, Texas
Job Type

Description

41211BR

Unit Manager - Conflict of Interest and Commitment Coordinator

Inst Compliance Oversight Lbk

Lubbock

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.

Position Description

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

Major/Essential Functions

  • Serves as Conflict of Interest and Commitment (COIC) Coordinator and manages TTUHSC’s (Texas Tech Health Sciences Center) COIC program. Reviews and develops COIC policies and procedures.
  • Attends COIC Committee meetings and takes minutes, and distributes them to committee members.
  • Develops and deploys the annual COIC Training and Disclosure module.
  • Conducts monitoring and auditing activities as needed, such as the CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) Open Payments review.
  • Reviews compliance policies and updates them as needed to maintain policies reflective of current federal/state rules and regulations. Develops policies as needed to address new regulatory requirements.
  • Develops basic education materials; Prepares easy-to-understand PowerPoint presentations on compliance topics based on the research of laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Conducts risk-based audits identified through the annual risk assessment or on an ad-hoc basis. (As needed)
  • Develops a database to track and report the progress of annual workplan projects.
  • Presents daily reports to compliance leadership and the team related to the status of compliance projects.
  • Prepares the annual Institutional Compliance Program Report.
  • Researches regulatory requirements to identify potential compliance risks, prepares for an ad-hoc risk-based audit, or assists other team members in responding to requests for compliance guidance.
  • Manages Compliance websites and publishes Compliance newsletters.  Edits submitted articles and prepares Compliance Quiz questions. Timely publishes and distributes the newsletters every quarter or as otherwise directed by the supervisor.
  • Assists with the planning of the annual Compliance Symposium and other departmental events.
  • Assists Compliance leadership with other duties as assigned.

Occasional Duties

Assists the Committee Chair with other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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