UCLA Health runs and operates over 270 outpatient clinics located in Southern California with over 3,000,000 outpatient encounters annually. Working under the direction of the Patient Access Organization’s Scheduling Pathways and Technology Director, the Access Improvement Specialist will play a crucial role in identifying, prioritizing, and implementing scheduling workflow enhancements within the Patient Access Organization’s Patient Communication Center (core call center functions) as well as supporting enterprise projects. 

This role focuses on optimizing operational efficiency and patient access while ensuring high-quality service delivery. The individual will collaborate with various areas of the Patient Access Organization to analyze performance data, identify improvement opportunities, and implement effective solutions, and help guide the work and review of the Scheduling Workflow Optimization Analysts. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for spearheading department initiatives aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in process improvement, data analysis and project management.  The Access Improvement Specialist will work closely with the Patient Access Organization leaders to lead process improvement efforts designed to enhance the overall system and functions of the Patient Access Organization to increase access for our patients. 

Salary range: $92,600- $202,200