Texas A&M University · 8 hours ago
Program Assistant
McAllen, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.90/hr - $18.90/hr
3+ years expTexas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. The Program Assistant will primarily work in the community with specific target populations, collaborating with medical providers and pharmaceutical companies to improve access to medications for local residents.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serves as a point of contact for program information and coordinates responses to request for program information
Conducts personal interviews with local residents and completes pharmaceutical applications for medication assistance programs
Maintains pharmaceutical company and client databases; keeps administrative, fiscal, and client records in accordance with required guidelines
Assists in recruitment of program participants
Serves as a liaison and communicates with clinical/organization staff at host site(s)
Assists in the coordination and organization of assigned programs and events
Develops and implements project timelines and assures deadlines are met
Ensures participant files are handled, maintained and stored in accordance with university Personal Health Information (PHI) protocols and policies
Travels to various locations within the Rio Grande Valley for program activities in a personal or University vehicle
Calls clients for pre and post appointment reminders and telephones potential clients for recruitment after outreach events
Provides administrative support to include calling and following-up with program participants, pharmaceutical companies, and medical providers
Prepares packets for programs and presentations
Assists Program Administrators with administrative and programmatic tasks
Prepares program correspondence
Assists with committee meetings and attends program meetings
Prepares and delivers special presentations in the community
Participates in health fairs, and in public speaking engagements
Works in the community to establish collaborative efforts
Assists with data collection and entering and works with knowledgeable experts in analysis of data collected for research purposes and in support of program effectiveness goals
Develops reports on program participants and other special reports as required and provides logistical support
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Degree in Medical or Health related field
Experience in a pharmaceutical setting
Three years in a medical office or health related field
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English and Spanish
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
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Company
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.
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