Clinical Program and Contracts Program Manager – Specialty Care

Job Summary:

The Clinical Program and Contracts Program Manager oversees specialty clinical programs and other assigned clinics in daily operations, marketing, financial forecasting, strategic planning, revenue cycle, key initiatives, clinical contracting, faculty support services, and resource allocation for the Department of Family Medicine. Working under the direction and guidance of the Associate Director, Clinical Administration, this position has authority over clinical business affairs, funds, and resources of the various specialty programs in partnership with the respective faculty program director(s) including department operations and administrative functions. The Clinical Program and Contracts Program Manager represents the Department of Family Medicine, the School of Medicine, the Anschutz Medical Campus and the University of Colorado, providing essential communication and networking for the effective functioning of these entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial reconciliations including faculty and staff allocations for payers and other external value-based agreements.

• Responsible for the organization, communication and reporting on key clinical program outcomes for assigned programs/initiatives to leadership.

• Partner with the Faculty Program Directors to oversee clinical specialty programs and their related operations within the Department of Family Medicine.

• Oversee physician support services for assigned programs to enable effective support to faculty members within their clinical and administrative activities.

• Assist in the recruitment and retention process for faculty.

• Provide data and financial analysis as needed for operations, management, and strategic decisions regarding new services being considered.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) mission is “To heal, teach, discover, and connect. Together." by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has four key aims, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care – Providing outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.

• Research – Create and disseminate new knowledge.

• Training – Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce.

• Community Engagement - Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy.

• Our People – Nurture a thriving, diverse, and equitable department culture.

Why work for the University?

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

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay

• 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 all CU 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 in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science or another related field of study.

  • A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

• Four (4) years of experience in the areas of ambulatory physician practice management/operations, financial management, payer contracts, provider contracts, billing, and or information systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in the areas of ambulatory physician practice management/operations, financial management, payer contracts, provider contracts, billing, and information systems.

• Experience in business development and strategy planning.

• Professional experience with budgeting, profit/loss statements, business proposals, grants, new business ventures, or pro forma generation.

• Academic clinical health system experience.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

• Experience with ambulatory specialty care clinical business management and operations.

• Clinical provider contracting experience.

• Experience with population Health Management and Value Based Contracts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution to enhance market growth and financial viability.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Advanced proficiency with MS Office products, especially fluent in Excel spreadsheets and building financial proformas.

• Ability to tolerate a high degree of ambiguity yet work effectively to fulfill the mission, goals, and objectives of the Department.

• Ability to plan and organize, implement, and coordinate financial and administrative activities as they apply to the complex workings of the Department and the University system.

• Ability to collaborate with diverse groups of people within a complicated organizational environment.

• Ability to multitask without missing commitments.

• Organization skills with the ability to set agendas, meet timelines, and move things forward.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.    

Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon, lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until March 31^st, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $70,550 – $89,740.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible 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 plans and 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 all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.