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Healthcare Contracts SpecialistUniversity of Texas at Austin • Austin, Texas, United States
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Healthcare Contracts Specialist

Healthcare Contracts Specialist

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, Texas, United States
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Job Posting Title :

Healthcare Contracts Specialist

Hiring Department : Dell Medical School

Position Open To : All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours :

40

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Earliest Start Date :

Immediately

Position Duration : Expected to Continue

Location : AUSTIN, TX

Job Details : Purpose

The Healthcare Contracts Specialist provides essential administrative and clerical support to the Contracts function and is responsible for organizing, tracking, and maintaining contract documentation, coordinating contract workflows, and ensuring timely processing of agreements. Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the Healthcare Contracts Specialist works closely with legal staff, supply chain, finance, compliance, and clinical departments. The position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. The Healthcare Contracts Specialist plays a key role in supporting the contract lifecycle process, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and facilitating communication between departments and external vendors.

Responsibilities

Contract Lifecycle Management

Prepares, formats, and edits contract documents under the direction of legal or contracts staff for clarity and consistency.

Tracks contract status and deadlines using contract management software or spreadsheets.

Maintains organized digital and physical contract files in accordance with institutional policies.

Assists with routing contracts for review, approval, and signature.

Ensures executed contracts are properly archived and accessible.

Prepares summaries and reports on contract status.

Reviews contracts for formatting, completeness, and compliance with templates.

Internal and External Communication

Communicates with internal stakeholders to gather required documentation or approvals.

Responds to inquiries from vendors, legal counsel, and department staff regarding contract status.

Schedules meetings and maintains calendars for contract-related discussions.

Drafts professional emails, memos and routine correspondence and contract-related memos to internal and external stakeholders.

Escalates issues or delays to appropriate personnel.

Responds promptly to inquiries from departments and vendors.

Meets the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, building rapport with stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication.

Provides clear guidance on contract processes and requirements.

Contract Databases and Logs

Enters contract data into tracking systems or databases, ensuring accuracy.

Identifies discrepancies or missing documentation in contract data.

Updates contract logs with key dates, terms, and renewal information.

Generates standard reports on contract activity and status.

Assists with data validation and cleanup to ensure accuracy.

Supports audits by retrieving and organizing requested contract records.

Maintains logs and databases current accessible.

Compliance and Policy Adherence

Verifies that contracts meet institutional formatting and policy requirements.

Flags missing or incomplete documentation for review.

Supports compliance with HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and other applicable regulations.

Participates in training on contract compliance and confidentiality.

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive contract information.

General Administrative Support

Orders office supplies and manages department filing systems.

Prepares agendas, takes meeting minutes, and distributes follow-up items.

Assists with onboarding of new staff or contractors.

Supports special projects and process improvement initiatives.

Contracts Renewals and Expirations

Monitors upcoming contract expirations and alerts responsible parties.

Prepares renewal templates and assists with drafting updated terms.

Coordinates with departments to confirm continued need for services.

Tracks renewal approvals and ensures timely execution.

Archives expired contracts per retention policies.

Marginal or Periodic Functions

Assists with contract audits by compiling documentation and responding to audit requests from internal or external reviewers.

Supports contract template updates by formatting new versions and distributing them to stakeholders.

Participates in process improvement initiatives related to contract workflow efficiency or document management.

Coordinates logistics for contract-related training sessions, including scheduling, materials preparation, and attendance tracking.

Provides backup support to other administrative staff during absences or peak workload periods.

Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory / continuing education and skills competency while supporting department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.

Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Ability to use time effectively and efficiently; must possess strong prioritization skills to spend time on what's important; can quickly zero-in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside.

Must possess excellent organization skills to support contract tasks by urgency and deadlines to avoid delays, flagging time-sensitive agreements for expedited processing.

Ability to manage multiple requests without compromising accuracy.

Ability to maintain accurate calendars and reminders for contract renewals and expirations.

Ability to allocate time appropriately for data entry, document review, and stakeholder follow-up.

Ability to avoid bottlenecks by proactively managing workload.

Demonstrated attention to detail, being thorough in accomplishing tasks through concern for all areas involved, no matter how small.

Ability to marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; ability to orchestrate multiple activities at once.

Ability to maintain well-structured digital and physical filing systems.

Ability to coordinate contract routing and approval workflows efficiently.

Must possess strong written and interpersonal communication skills along with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.

Ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Capable of working independently.

Must work with integrity and professionalism.

Required Qualifications

High School graduation or GED and 5 years of administrative work experience; OR

Associate's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field of study. and three (3) years of administrative work experience, including at least 1 year supporting contract management, legal procurement, or compliance functions in a healthcare, legal, or corporate setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or a related field of study.

Three (3) years of experience in a healthcare or legal administrative support role, with direct exposure to contract lifecycle processes, document management systems, and regulatory compliance.

Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) offered by the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP); demonstrates advanced administrative knowledge and skills.

Certified Contract Manager (CCM) offered by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA); beneficial for understanding contract lifecycle and compliance

Notary Public Commission

HIPAA Certification; demonstrates understanding of healthcare privacy and security regulations

Salary Range

$50,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Standard office equipment

Repetitive use of a keyboard

Must be able to work in a hybrid environment as needed.

May require occasional travel between administrative offices or healthcare facilities.

Must be able to sit for extended periods and manage prolonged screen time.

Requires use of contract management systems, document editing software, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools.

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers : As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency :

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification :

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify :

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following :

  • E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance :

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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