41425BR

Asst Dean Clinical Operations

Regional Dean Admin Ode

Odessa

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

Coordinates, guides, directs, and administers the activities associated with special projects and assignments originating and associated with the Dean, School of Medicine’s Office by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate personnel.

Major/Essential Functions

• Clinical Operations Leadership:
  • Provide executive oversight for the day-to-day clinical operations across all ambulatory settings.
  • Ensure smooth coordination of patient care delivery, scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation.
  • Partner with department chairs, clinical service line leaders, and practice managers to achieve optimal clinic flow and performance.
  • Oversee centralized services such as call centers, referral management, and patient access improvement initiatives.
• Strategic Planning & Execution:
  • Develop and implement short- and long-term operational strategies that enhance clinical productivity, patient satisfaction, and faculty engagement.
  • Lead initiatives to expand service lines, improve practice efficiency, and enhance population health efforts.
  • Contribute to enterprise-wide clinical integration efforts, including telehealth, value-based care, and collaborative care models.
• Financial Oversight:
  • Partner with finance leadership to monitor clinical revenue, expenses, and key financial performance indicators.
  • Identify opportunities for growth and cost savings across clinical operations.
  • Oversee development and tracking of annual clinical operational budgets.
• Clinical Quality and Compliance:
  • Lead efforts to improve clinical quality, safety, patient experience, and compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations.
  • Ensure effective resolution of patient complaints and incident reports in coordination with risk management and compliance office.
  • Support preparation and response for clinical accreditation surveys and audits.
• Faculty and Provider Support:
  • Collaborate with department chairs and faculty affairs to support clinician recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
  • Develop clinical guidelines, productivity benchmarks, and performance expectations for faculty providers.
  • Promote faculty development in clinical leadership and practice management.
• Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Serve as the liaison with affiliated hospitals and external clinics for clinical coordination and partnership development.
  • Participate in governance meetings and initiatives with partner institutions to align goals and resources.
  • Engage in community outreach and relationship-building to support mission-driven service to underserved populations.
• Leadership and Supervision:
  • Supervise Clinical Department Administrators responsible for ambulatory operations, quality, clinical analytics, and administrative services.
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and accountable team environment.
  • Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and best practices in clinical affairs.

Required Qualifications

+Education:+ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related area. +Experience:+ Eight years of administrative management experience, preferably in medical or educational area. Master’s degree in Business/Public Administration or related area may substitute for four years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (e.g., MD, DO, OD, PhD, DNP, or EdD) with substantial experience in academic or clinical leadership.
• Master’s degree in Health Services Administration (MHSA), Master’s degree in Health Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), Public Health (MPH), Nursing (MSN), or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in clinical operations, academic medicine, or health system management.
• Experience in managing multi-site clinical practices and working within complex academic medical centers.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, 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

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

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

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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.