Clinical Operations Dir in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Clinical Operations DirRequisition ID req38302
Working Title Clinical Operations Dir
Position Grade 16
Position Summary Focused on the Rural Health Transformation Program provides (RHTP) clinical and administrative recommendations through assessment, research, observation and evaluation of models of care to improve access to care and quality of care for rural New Mexicans. Formulates recommendations and plans from compiling healthcare industry research, best practice reviews, and assessment of innovative ideas, concepts, programs, services and proposals for feasibility, cost, implementation and impact. Designs and develops care model, program and service options based on needs assessments and priorities aligned with Healthy Horizons Regions. Develop implementation plans. Participate in decision making, directing and coordinating the clinical integration of the programs and services.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, Licensed healthcare professional if applicable in field of expertise; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

RN license

Additional Requirements
Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department VP Health Sciences Office (014A)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 6/30/2027
Status Exempt
Pay Monthly: $7,084.13 - $10,140.00
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 10/29/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive No
Eligible for Remote Work Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position is eligible for hybrid or remote work.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please upload a cover letter and resume detailing all work experience.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html . Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.