Senior Risk Services Manager, UNT Health Clinical Practice Group

Title: Senior Risk Services Manager, UNT Health Clinical Practice Group

Employee Classification: Senior Risk Services Manager

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Health Systems

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Systems & Clinical Aff

Department: HSC-HSC Health Administration-335001

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.  

Department Summary

UNT Health is the clinical practice group of UNT Health Fort Worth, offering primary and multispecialty care dedicated to building healthier communities. Our services span the Fort Worth campus, Denton, and Dallas, and include mobile, in-home, hospital, and long-term care.

We utilize interprofessional teams, where physicians, advanced practice practitioners, therapists, pharmacists, and specialized staff work collaboratively.

We intentionally integrate healthcare students, residents, and fellows into care delivery at select practice locations, fostering the development of future health professionals while optimizing patient treatment plans.

Position Overview

The UNT Health Clinical Practice Group Risk Manager is responsible for administering and directing operational aspects of the clinical practices risk management program, with a focus on professional liability. This includes claims analysis, insurance portfolio oversight, and proactive risk identification and prevention across the clinical enterprise.

The role also includes the supervision of the Medical Records team and the release of records process. The UNT Health Clinical Practice Group Risk Manager is actively involved in developing and implementing procedures for operational efficiency and maintaining an effective collaboration with legal counsel, UNT System partners, clinical practice administration, clinicians, and insurance partners to mitigate exposure and ensure compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and regulations (including HIPAA) relevant to healthcare and professional liability risk management.
• Understanding of commercial professional liability insurance policies, indemnification principles, and the procurement/administration of insurance programs.
• Familiarity with clinical practice operations, patient care delivery models, medical terminology, and the clinical environment within a health system or academic setting.
• Ability to track, monitor, and analyze complex claim data, identify trends, interpret case law, and synthesize information into actionable mitigation strategies.
• Skill in developing, implementing, and overseeing risk management programs, policies, and procedures (e.g., disengagement, missed appointments).
• Ability to exercise sound, independ