Regional Workforce Coordinator, Texas A&M Care

Job Title

Regional Workforce Coordinator, Texas A&M Care

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Rural and Community Health Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Regional Workforce Coordinator, under general supervision, works with leadership to plan, develop, implement, and coordinate clinical educational rotations for Texas A&M Health students at rural healthcare sites in a specific region. Collaborates closely with rural healthcare organizations, community stakeholder teams, healthcare professionals, and program team members to assess student educational opportunities. Works with local rural school districts on related health education programs. Performs other duties to support the overall success of the Texas A&M Care initiative.  

What you need to know

Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Other Requirements and Factors: This position may require work beyond regular office hours. Flexibility to travel to various locations within the region of responsibility.  

COVID-19 information:  Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website .

Required Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, nursing, health education, or related-field and 4 years of experience in health education/administration, program coordination, or related field.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.

• Ability to work independently and in a team.

• Time management capabilities and prioritization skills.  

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proven experience in healthcare education or program/project coordination, preferably within the healthcare industry or rural healthcare settings.

• Strong understanding of healthcare clinical operations.

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess needs, develop plans, and identify appropriate resources.

• Strong organizational and program/project management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Proficiency in program/project management software.

• Licensed in the State of Texas as a Registered Nurse, if the candidate has a nursing degree. 

Responsibilities:

• Clinical Education Coordination: Works collaboratively with leadership to plan, develop, implement, support, and coordinate clinical education opportunities Texas A&M Health Students. Coordinates agendas/programs for rural rotations of students at rural sites in partnership with local stakeholders. Supports outreach teams from different schools within Texas A&M Health to implement school-specific rural opportunities and follows up on implementation of rural teaching sites. Coordinates and/or conducts comprehensive assessments of the ability of rural healthcare organizations in the region of responsibility to provide educational opportunities to students. Works with rural sites to develop affiliation agreements and faculty appointments. Monitors and documents progress, outcomes, and challenges of clinical educational activities. Prepares reports and presentations on the status, achievements, and lessons-learned to program team members and stakeholders.  

• Outreach and Marketing: Engages with rural healthcare organizations, healthcare professionals, relevant stakeholders, and Texas A&M Health schools to disseminate program information specific to each schools’ rural initiatives. Advocates and communicates remote educational opportunities for the upskilling of healthcare workers in rural areas. Seeks opportunities to partner with local ISDs in the region to support K – 12 pathways in health care.  

 

• Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration : Facilitates knowledge-sharing sessions, workshops, and forums among rural hospitals within the region. Encourages collaboration and peer learning, promoting the exchange of best practices, lessons learned, and resources. Contributes to the development of guidelines, tools, and resources to support ongoing efforts. 

 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.