Pediatric Program Manager

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Disability and Life insurance

Retirement 401(a) plan

Paid time off

Vacation 22 days/year

Sick days 15 days/year

Holiday 15 days/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking a Pediatric Program Manager to lead operational initiatives within the Department of Anesthesiology - Pediatric Division in Aurora, CO. The role partners with division leadership to optimize processes, staffing, scheduling, and budgeting to support over 40 Advanced Practice Providers and about 55 physicians.

The position emphasizes program management across clinical, educational, and research missions with opportunities to influence a large pediatric

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with 4–6 years of experience in clinical operations or personnel management.
• Substitution: education plus related experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical and business projects, partnering with division leadership to implement operational initiatives.
• Oversee budget planning and execution for clinical services and clinics.
• Support hiring and workforce planning in coordination with division leadership.
• Supervise the pediatric administrative team and coordinate scheduling and meetings.
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding with faculty affairs and administrative staff.
• Ensure accurate scheduling using Qgenda and reflect leave and variable-pay information.
• Track action items and collaborate with payroll to ensure salary funding and incentive payments.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Relationship building

Project management

Customer service

Leadership

Independence

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Qgenda

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Anesthesiology - Pediatric Division

Job Title: Pediatric Program Manager

Position #: 00 804904 – Requisition #:41171

Job Summary

The Department of Anesthesiology's Pediatric Division is lookingfor a Program Manager who is passionate about healthcareoperations, process improvement, and supporting teams that deliverexceptional patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to serveas a key operational leader within one of the largest pediatricanesthesiology divisions in the region, supporting a team of morethan 40 Advanced Practice Providers and approximately 55physicians. The Program Manager will work closely with divisionleadership, faculty, clinical teams, and administrative partners todrive strategic initiatives, optimize operations, and ensure thedivision has the resources and support necessary to achieve itsclinical, educational, and research missions.

Jobs in this career family provide general business operations ofthe organization or a combination of operational responsibilitiescovering multiple career families. Functions include institutionalresearch, statistical analysis, policy development and review,strategic planning, and broad unit business operations such asparking and transportation services, risk management, childcareservices, real estate and property management, retail services, orresponsibilities that combine fiscal, HR, and operationalmanagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead clinical and business projects by planning, organizing,implementing, and executing operational initiatives in partnershipwith physician and division leadership.
• Manage financial planning and oversight for the Pre-ProcedureServices Clinic, Chronic Pain Clinic, and Acute Pain Services,including budget planning and execution.
• Support workforce and hiring planning by working with clinicalleadership and the Division Administrator to establish and monitorhiring targets aligned with budgets and operational needs.
• Lead and support the Pediatric administrative team byoverseeing daily work, holding regular staff meetings, maintainingteam resources and competency, managing the division huddle board,and escalating barriers and successes to the DivisionAdministrator.
• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding activities in partnershipwith the Faculty Affairs and Recruitment Coordinator and theDivision Administrative Assistants to support an effectiveexperience for new faculty and employees.
• Oversee clinical scheduling coordination by partnering with thePediatric HR Generalist and Schedule Coordinators to ensure QGendaaccurately reflects clinical assignments, leave, and variable-payinformation.
• Drive operational follow-through and compensation accuracy bypartnering with the Division Medical Director to facilitateDivision Operations meetings and track action items, whilecollaborating with the Payroll and Compensation Specialist toensure salary funding distributions and incentivized shift paymentsare accurate and timely.

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite for the first threemonths and can be considered for a hybrid schedule of at least fourdays on campus and is located in Aurora, CO

Why Join Us

Join a team where your work truly matters. The Pediatric Divisionof the Department of Anesthesiology supports a highly specializedgroup of physicians and advanced practice providers dedicated tocaring for pediatric patients. This position offers a uniqueopportunity to lead impactful initiatives, collaborate withclinical and operational leaders, and help shape the future of oneof the department's most complex divisions.

In addition to meaningful work, you'll find a collaborative culturethat values innovation, professional development, and work thatmakes a difference. If you enjoy solving complex problems, buildingstrong partnerships, and leading operational excellence, you'llfind this role both rewarding and professionally fulfilling.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on allCU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 4-6 yearsof professional experience in clinical operations and/or personnelmanagement.
• Substitution: A combination of education and relatedtechnical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substitutedfor a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in business, healthcareadministration/management, public health, or a directly relatedfield
• Experience working in a healthcare clinic or medical field inan administrative capacity
• Experience utilizing and/or managing complex scheduling systemssuch as Qgenda
• Experience working in higher education and/or academicmedicine
• Experience with financial analysis, budget analysis, andmanagement concepts

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the UnitedStates without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide workvisa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position nowor in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong and effective presentation and communication skills,both oral and written.
• Ability to quickly establish and maintain effective workingrelationships with employees at all levels throughout theinstitution.
• Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously whileeffectively managing time and prioritizing tasks.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Proven ability to lead initiatives and work with all levels ofstaff and leadership
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence andlatitude
• Ability to actively participate in the planning activities forthe Department, including long-range and short-range business andstrategic planning.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the followingdocument(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences asthey relate to listed job qualifications and interest in theposition
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address,phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and emailaddress

Questions should be directed to: Jessica Rocz, [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, butpreference will be given to complete applications received byOctober 10, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may ormay not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for thisposition has been established as $70,905 – $95,012 The above salary range (or hiring range) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position may beeligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plansand retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safeand secure environment for our faculty, staff, students andvisitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct backgroundinvestigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .