Allied Consultants, Inc. is an Austin-based firm which has for 32 years been a premier provider of technical and business professionals to clients in Texas. We are currently seeking an experienced Healthcare Provider Recruitment Manager to be a key resource on a technical services team. Allied Consultants offers its family of consultants excellent rates, a local support staff, and an attractive benefits package which includes medical insurance (Allied shares a percentage of the cost), life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan and a cafeteria plan.
Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo criminal background checks and may be required to complete a drug screen in accordance with Federal and State Law. Offers of Employment are contingent on a successful background check
Allied Consultants is an equal opportunities employer.
The Texas Vaccine for Children Recruitment Manager is responsible for overseeing the recruitment and expansion efforts of the Texas Vaccine for Children (TVFC) program provider network. This position will develop and implement a provider recruitment team to provide oversight project activities including the provider enrollment for the TVFC program in Texas. The TVFC provider recruitment team will assess targeted recruitment strategies for healthcare providers to join the TVFC program. This position will be responsible for implementing a strategic plan to expand the TVFC provider network and increase immunization access statewide. Responsibilities of the team will also include conducting monthly TVFC provider recruitment webinars and meetings with program partners to provide guidance on recruitment activities for the TVFC program provider. In order to achieve the program goals and objectives, the TVFC recruitment team will build and strengthen partnerships with potential program providers, DSHS Public Health Region, local health department and stakeholders.
This position will lead a team four Program Specialist IV Temporary Contractors in executing outreach strategies, monitoring recruitment effectiveness, and building partnerships to increase access to immunizations across Texas. The Manager will work closely with internal stakeholders, DSHS Responsible Entities (REs), and other external partners to achieve program goals and objectives.
(30%) Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the TVFC provider network and increase immunization access statewide. Provide direction and guidance to the Program Specialist IV Temporary Contractors to ensure alignment with program goals and objectives. Supervise and support a team of Program Specialist IV Temporary Contractors, including training and performance management. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork, professional development, and excellence in service delivery.
(25%) Maintain partnerships with DSHS Responsible Entities (REs), healthcare providers, and other stakeholders. Collaborate with partners to identify opportunities for programmatic expansion, resource sharing, and joint initiatives to enhance immunizations efforts. Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of recruitment activities and overall program performance. Regularly review and analyze recruitment data to track progress, identify challenges, and make data-driven decisions to optimize recruitment efforts.
(20%) Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract new TVFC providers across all regions of Texas. Analyze data and market trends to identify target populations and prioritize recruitment efforts effectively.
(15%) Provide Training, guidance, and technical assistance to Program Specialist IV Temporary Contractors and DSHS Reponsible Entities (REs) on recruitment best practices, program requirements, and compliance standards. Support the development and dissemination of training materials, resources, and tools to enhance the cpaacity of partners and stakeholders.
(5%) Supports Vaccine Operation Unit and Immunization Section with project related tasks and deliverables. Represent the Vaccine Operation Unit in meetings, conferences, and other forums with stakeholders, partners, and government agencies. Serve as primary point of contact for inquiries, feedback, and concerns related to program operations and immunization services.
(5%) Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Proven experience in team management, including recruitment, training, supervision, and performance evaluation, to foster a high-performing and cohesive team
Knowledge of public health, health promotion and education.
Knowledge of program planning, administration and evaluation.
Knowledge of the use of Information Technology in healthcare.
Knowledge of public health registries
Effective team building skills
Effective writing and speaking skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and effective problem-solving skills.
Excellent project management skills. Skilled in problem solving; planning, organizing, developing, and implementing multiple projects/activities; managing staff and handling multi-faceted personnel issues; and in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software programs (Word, Excel, FoxPro, PowerPoint).
Ability to plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the work of others; to direct program activities; to interpret public health laws, rules, regulations, and recommendations related to immunizations; to establish goals and objectives; to train personnel; to evaluate administrative policies and procedures; to interpret DSHS policies and implement division procedures; to present technical information to a variety of individuals and groups; to work effectively with all people.
Ability to present technical information and to testify at hearings and public meetings; to identify and define user task needs; to communicate technical information effectively, in written and verbal form; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to work with detailed data documents
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years
Required/Preferred
Experience
2
Required
Ability to plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the work of others; to direct program activities; to interpret public health laws, rules, regulations.
2
Required
Planning and executing and supervising projects to meet management's strateis goals and ensure project delivery
2
Required
Ability to present technical information and to testify at hearings and public meetings
2
Preferred
Knowledge of public health, health promotion and education
2
Preferred
Knowledge of program planning, administration and evaluation
2
Preferred
Knowledge of the use of information technology in healthcare
