Ascension

Program Manager

Ascension • $87K — $121K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or 7 years of applicable job-specific experience.
  • 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end program lifecycles, including design, implementation, and outcome measurement across Urgent Care.
  • Collaborate with leadership to align strategic objectives with actionable plans and integrated initiatives.
  • Track and report on project performance, manage risks, and support high-priority initiatives.
  • Build strong partnerships with senior leaders and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and trust.
  • Create, review, and present executive-level deliverables while improving operational processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan and financial security resources.
  • Pro-rated paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support resources.
  • Parental leave and adoption assistance for family support.
  • Optional benefits like legal and pet insurance.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Remote with up to 50% travel

Department: Strategic Integration

Schedule: Full-time, Day

Salary Range: $87,463.20 - $121,918.37 per year

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Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Development, Implementation and Measurement: Manage end-to-end program lifecycles by designing comprehensive program plans, providing operational support via tools and processes, and measuring outcomes across the Urgent Care horizontal.
  • Strategic Alignment and Coordination: Partner with leadership and bridge cross-functional departments to translate strategic objectives into actionable scopes, timelines, and integrated initiatives that directly advance Urgent Care enterprise goals.
  • Progress Tracking and Reporting: Oversee project performance, manage risks, report on progress, and provide targeted administrative support to ensure high-priority initiatives succeed.
  • Relationship Building: Cultivate strong, trusted partnerships with senior leaders and stakeholders by demonstrating executive presence, providing proactive support, and fostering a culture of collaboration and trust among team members.
  • Deliverable Creation: Develop, review, and present executive-level deliverables while continuously innovating and improving operational processes.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.


Responsibilities

  • Development, Implementation and Measurement: Manage end-to-end program lifecycles by designing comprehensive program plans, providing operational support via tools and processes, and measuring outcomes across the Urgent Care horizontal.
  • Strategic Alignment and Coordination: Partner with leadership and bridge cross-functional departments to translate strategic objectives into actionable scopes, timelines, and integrated initiatives that directly advance Urgent Care enterprise goals.
  • Progress Tracking and Reporting: Oversee project performance, manage risks, report on progress, and provide targeted administrative support to ensure high-priority initiatives succeed.
  • Relationship Building: Cultivate strong, trusted partnerships with senior leaders and stakeholders by demonstrating executive presence, providing proactive support, and fostering a culture of collaboration and trust among team members.
  • Deliverable Creation: Develop, review, and present executive-level deliverables while continuously innovating and improving operational processes.


Qualifications

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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