Program Manager - Procedural and Therapeutics

Program Manager - Procedural and Therapeutics

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MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. This position supports the Procedural & Therapeutics Administration division, which oversees critical operational programs impacting patient care, workforce planning, and quality initiatives. The Program Manager plays a key role in aligning divisional strategies with organizational goals to ensure excellence in patient experience, safety, and staffing stability.

The Program Manager - Procedural & Therapeutics Administration will collaborate with nursing, HR, and operational leaders to manage recruitment oversight, quality programs, and patient engagement initiatives. This role requires strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate data into actionable improvements across multiple programs.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and a minimum of five years of related experience, including three years in program management. Candidates who hold a BSN and a Master’s degree, along with at least three years of program management experience, preferably in healthcare operations, will also be considered.

Successful candidates will demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication abilities, and proven expertise in coordinating across multiple clinical teams. Additionally, they should exhibit advanced problem‑solving skills within the context of complex clinical care models, ensuring seamless collaboration and operational efficiency.

Compensation: Minimum: $79,000 annually – Midpoint: $99,000 annually – Maximum: $119,000 annually

Work Location: Onsite, with hybrid flexibility for remote work

Join MD Anderson Cancer Center and contribute to programs that directly impact patient care, workforce stability, and quality outcomes. This highly visible role provides opportunities for professional growth through training while advancing a mission‑driven organization dedicated to excellence in cancer treatment and prevention.

Employer‑paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. Defined‑benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer‑paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

• Monitor divisional recruitment activities for nursing and allied health roles to ensure timely posting, selection, and onboarding.
• Review FTE vacancies and analyze trends in time‑to‑fill and turnover.
• Provide leadership with regular workforce status updates.
• Partner with HR, nursing, and operational leaders to identify recruitment and retention barriers and implement strategies.
• Utilize workforce dashboards and reports to support data‑driven planning.

• Support the division’s Quality Management Program in collaboration with quality and safety leadership.
• Track and report divisional quality and safety metrics, including Key Quality Indicators and performance outcomes.
• Assist with quality reviews, root cause analyses, and safety initiatives.
• Ensure quality data is synthesized and communicated effectively for continuous improvement.

• Oversee the division’s Patient Experience Program, including data collection and analysis.
• Identify trends and opportunities for improvement in patient experience.
• Partner with nursing and frontline teams to design initiatives that enhance empathy, communication, and service quality.
• Prepare quarterly reports and share findings with leadership and staff.

• Collaborate with leaders to…