Urgent Care Program Manager

Job ID: 461826Company: AscensionLocation: Chicago, IllinoisEmployment type: Full-timeCategory: Business AdministrationDetails: IL - Chicago - Offsite; View email address on click.appcast.io; Full Time; Day; Partially RemotePosted: 2026-09-15Your future role at a glanceLocation: Remote with up to 50% travelDepartment: Strategic IntegrationSchedule: Full-time, DaysSalary Range: $87,463.20 - $121,918.37 per year #LI-Remote Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunityAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.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 roleDevelopment, 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 qualifications you'll needEducation: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. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.