Asst. Clinical Director - RN - Population Health

Job Function Summary:

Involves strategic planning, organization, and general management for population health, delivery system reform / innovation and accountable care. Assures proactive response to local, state and national initiatives and supports the development of a highly reliable care delivery system. Works with medical staff, department chairs, and medical center leadership in developing and implementing delivery system reforms.

Custom Scope: 

The Assistant Clinical Director (ACD) is a highly visible and influential leadership role within the Office of Population Health (OPH) at UCSF Health. As a key member of a dynamic and mission-driven leadership team, this individual brings a strong leadership presence, sound judgment, and a commitment to operational excellence in advancing innovative models of care.

This role provides comprehensive operational oversight for the following disciplines: Nursing Supervisors/Managers, Registered Nurses, Advance Nurse Specialists, other Nursing positions, along with other disciplines across a diverse and growing portfolio of programs, with a focus on Complex Care Management, Transitions, and other Care Coordination Programs for both Adults and Pediatrics.  In addition, the ACD shares accountability for OPH Community Events and provides joint leadership for the OPH Pharmacy Program (e.g., Vaccines for Children and community-based vaccine initiatives). The portfolio may continue to expand in alignment with OPH and UCSF Health strategic priorities.

The ACD delivers strategic, operational, and administrative leadership across multiple population health initiatives. This leader is responsible for translating vision into execution—developing actionable plans, optimizing performance, and achieving measurable outcomes that advance equitable, high-quality care.

Core areas of accountability include financial stewardship, workforce leadership, regulatory compliance, and the design and implementation of standardized, scalable processes. The ACD fosters a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement while building strong partnerships across clinical, administrative, and community stakeholders to support UCSF Health’s mission and improve outcomes for diverse populations.

Reporting to the Vice President of Population Health, the ACD plays a critical role in shaping and advancing UCSF Health’s population health strategy. This individual collaborates closely with senior leaders—including the Chief Population Health Officer, Medical Directors, and key internal and external partners—to drive program innovation, operational excellence, quality and safety, and strategic growth.

This is an on-site leadership position requiring a five-day-per-week presence, with flexibility to work across UCSF Health locations (East and West Bay).

The UCSF OPH (Office of Population Health) Clinical Programs department is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing health equity through the development, implementation, and management of innovative clinical programs. By leveraging data-driven strategies and evidence-based practices, the department supports UCSF?s mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered care while addressing the needs of diverse populations in both local and global contexts. The OPH Clinical Programs team specializes in designing initiatives that enhance care coordination, preventive health services, and chronic disease management. Through collaboration with clinicians, researchers, and community stakeholders, the department develops tailored programs that aim to reduce disparities, improve access to care, and optimize health outcomes for underserved and high-risk populations. A key focus of the department is harnessing technology and analytics to inform program design and evaluate impact. By utilizing advanced tools such as population health dashboards, predictive analytics, and electronic health records (EHRs), the team ensures real-time insights drive continuous improvement and effective decision-making. Additionally, the department integrates innovative approaches, such as telehealth and digital health solutions, to expand access and enhance care delivery. The OPH Clinical Programs department emphasizes partnerships and collaboration, working closely with UCSF?s clinical teams, community organizations, and public health agencies to align initiatives with institutional goals and community needs. The department also prioritizes compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring all programs are ethically sound, secure, and aligned with best practices. Through its commitment to innovation and collaboration, the UCSF OPH Clinical Programs department plays a vital role in advancing UCSF?s mission to improve health outcomes, reduce disparities, and create healthier communities both locally and globally.

Required qualifications: - Requires five or more years of managerial or leadership experience in a hospital, clinic, or care management setting. - Proven ability to plan, organize, assign, and delegate work, and effectively. Should have prior experience in the nursing leadership in a ambulatory, inpatient, public health or care. - Ability to motivate, influence and persuade others. Proven conflict resolution skills. Ability to maintain a climate of teamwork, collaboration and trust. - Ability to work effectively with senior management on operational and performance issues (e.g. developing goals, policies, strategies, programs and systems to improve operational results). - Strong skills in written, verbal, and interpersonal communications. - Ability to deal with sensitive and / or confidential issues, exercising discretion and tact. - Strong clinical practice management skills and experience. - Ability to effectively work with multiple professions and with medical care providers in particularly. Preferred qualifications: - Knowledge of budget development and management. - Knowledge of health care delivery as well as principles, concepts, best practices, policies and processes, central to Population Health and Accountable Care operations. - Knowledge of provider and hospital billing practices and/or ICD-10 coding. - Proficient in all software applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and database applications. - Analytical and critical thinking ability to analyze complex problems and formulate solutions. - Master’s Degree Licenses/Certifications: - Registered Nurse in the State of CA - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Current AHA Basic Life Support

Basic Life Support, Registered Nurse

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.