University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Director of Health System Administration

Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in business or health care administration-related field
  • 5 years of progressively responsible administrative experience
  • Strong facilitation skills for cross-functional collaboration
  • Experience in strategic planning and implementation
  • Proficient in preparing executive-level presentations and reports

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-priority initiatives from planning to implementation
  • Facilitate communication between leadership and key stakeholders
  • Prepare materials for executive-level decision-making and presentations
  • Ensure clarity in executive decisions and strategic priorities
  • Represent senior leadership on relevant committees and initiatives
  • Develop strategies for efficiency optimization and cost containment
  • Collaborate with executives to set organizational goals and strategies

Benefits

  • PPO medical plan available at no cost for full-time employee coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
  • Paid Time Off available from day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Access to wellness programs and resources
  • Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer status
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This position serves as a lead administrator for the development and management of high-priority Health System projects. The Director of Health System Administration is responsible for coordinating administrative functions, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and communication, and driving efficiency in operational processes. The Director will oversee special projects, manage high-priority initiatives, and serve as a central point of coordination to align leadership priorities across departments with the Health System. This position will report directly to a Health System executive leader.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!


EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required
  • Education
    Bachelor's Degree in business administration, health care administration, public health, nursing, or a related field
  • Experience
    5 years of progressively responsible related experience
Preferred
  • Education
    Master's Degree in a related field

JOB DUTIES
  • Lead a portfolio of high-priority enterprise initiatives from planning through implementation, establishing clear objectives, milestones, performance measures, and accountable owners. Monitor the progress of strategic initiatives, identify risks and barriers, develop solutions, and elevate matters requiring executive direction or intervention.
  • Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between Health System leadership, clinical leaders, and other key stakeholders.
  • Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, communications, decision briefs, and other materials for leadership, governing bodies, and key stakeholders.
  • Ensure that executive decisions, strategic priorities, and relevant organizational information are communicated clearly and consistently to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Represent senior Health System leadership on designated committees, task forces, and strategic initiatives, as appropriate.
  • Assist with developing and deploying strategies to optimize efficiencies, throughput, and cost containment.
  • May serve on key committees within the Health System.
  • Develops and tracks performance metrics and measure effectiveness and identify opportunities for process improvements.
  • Collaborates with executive leadership to establish short- and long-term goals and strategic initiatives in alignment with the organization's mission, operations, and strategic plan.
  • Analyze trends and performance metrics to inform decision making and drive organizational growth.
  • May supervise staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

About University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern) is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas. With approximately 14,400 employees and an operating budget of nearly $2.8 billion, UT Southwestern is one of six medical schools in the UT System. UT Southwestern is one of the leading medical research institutions in the world, with a focus on biomedical research, clinical care, and education. The institution is home to six Nobel laureates, 22 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 19 members of the National Academy of Medicine. UT Southwestern is also affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of the largest public hospitals in the United States.
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