Healthcare Contracts Specialist

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Dell Medical School is seeking a Healthcare Contracts Specialist. This is a state-funded position with an end date of 8/31/2027 that is renewable for another year. 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.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field of study
At least 2 year(s) of experience in administrative work
At least 1 year supporting contract management, legal procurement, or compliance functions in a healthcare, legal, or corporate setting.
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.
Standard office equipment
Repetitive use of a keyboard
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.
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be a supervisor
Letter of interest
Criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.
Present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States.
E-Verify check of work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or a related field of study
At least 3 year(s) of experience in 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)
Certified Contract Manager (CCM) offered by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
Notary Public Commission
HIPAA Certification
May require occasional travel between administrative offices or healthcare facilities.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.