Texas Tech University

Director- Patient Experience

Texas Tech University$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • 5 years of progressively responsible management experience, or 9 years combining education and experience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on patient-centered care.
  • Experience in training staff in customer service and communication practices.
  • Ability to analyze patient satisfaction data and connect it to operational goals.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage operations of a specialized unit or small department.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for effective management.
  • Administer the department's budget efficiently.
  • Drive patient-centered care through analysis of satisfaction data.
  • Train staff on best practices for communication and service delivery.
  • Investigate and resolve complex patient complaints and grievances.
  • Collaborate with teams to enhance care access and coordination.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment focused on improving patient experience.
  • Opportunities for career advancement through training and development.
  • Engagement with frontline teams to create meaningful change in healthcare delivery.
  • Potential involvement in shaping hospital policies related to patient care.
Full Job Description
Position Description

Directs, plans, coordinates and supervises the operation and activities of a specialized unit or small department; develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities. Drives patient-centered care by analyzing satisfaction data, training staff on communication best practices, and resolving grievances. They bridge the gap between patients and medical staff to improve the overall healthcare journey.

Major/Essential Functions

  • Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills for all aspects of the job.
  • Connects patient experience metrics to operational and financial performance goals.
  • Trains clinical and administrative staff on customer service, relationship building, and communication frameworks.
  • Investigates, mediates, and resolves complex patient complaints or grievances.
  • Collaborates with frontline teams and leadership to implement changes that improve access to care, care coordination, and the healing environment.


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.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related area plus five years of progressively responsible management experience OR a combination of education and/or years of experience in management to equal a minimum of 9 years.

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.

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