CIN Manager

UCSF Health Medical Foundation is a multispecialty physician foundation, and an associated clinically integrated network [CIN]. Our primary goal is to foster physician collaboration to deliver the most advanced pediatric care throughout Northern California and beyond. We have Pediatric, Ophthalmology, Adult Medicine, and Women’s health clinics located throughout the San Francisco Bay area.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the CIN Manager is a strategic, relationship-driven leader responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing a Clinically Integrated Network (CIN) to enhance provider alignment, improve patient access, and drive network performance. This role bridges clinical operations, physician engagement, and data-driven strategy to strengthen referral pathways, support value-based care initiatives, and expand market presence. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in physician relations, referral development, and healthcare market dynamics, along with a proven ability to build trusted partnerships and translate insights into actionable growth strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Network Development & Physician Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians, medical groups, and health plan partners to expand and strengthen the CIN.
• Serve as the primary liaison between network providers and the health system, ensuring alignment, communication, and engagement.
• Develop and execute outreach strategies to increase participation, satisfaction, and retention within the network.

Referral Growth & Access Optimization

• Design and implement referral development strategies to drive growth across key service lines.
• Identify and resolve barriers to access, collaborating with internal stakeholders to improve patient flow and provider experience.
• Promote network services, specialists, and programs through targeted engagement and education initiatives.

Data & Performance Management

• Analyze referral patterns, utilization trends, and market intelligence to identify opportunities for network growth and optimization.
• Utilize CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and EMR data to track performance, measure outcomes, and inform strategic decision-making.
• Prepare and present reports and insights to leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and opportunities.

Provider Education & Program Development

• Lead the planning and execution of provider engagement programs, including Continuing Medical Education (CME) events and digital learning initiatives.
• Develop and deliver content that supports clinical alignment, referral processes, and network value propositions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Marketing, Strategy, Operations, and Clinical Leadership to align CIN initiatives with organizational goals.
• Support service line growth strategies through coordinated outreach and targeted campaigns.
• Facilitate communication between internal departments and external providers to ensure seamless network operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business, or related field)
• 7–10+ years of experience in physician relations, network development, or healthcare strategy
• Strong understanding of referral management, provider engagement, and healthcare market dynamics
• Experience working with CINs, ACOs, or value-based care models preferred
• Proficiency in CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) and data analysis
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to translate complex clinical and operational information into clear, actionable insights

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Execution
• Relationship Management & Influence
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Market & Competitive Insight
• Problem Solving & Operational Agility

Why This Role Matters

The CIN Manager plays a critical role in advancing value-based care by aligning providers, improving access, and ensuring high-quality, coordinated care across the network. This position directly impacts patient outcomes, provider satisfaction, and organizational growth.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including very generous 401(k) and Paid Time Off (PTO) plans.

Salary $180,000/Annually

UCSF Benioff Children’s Physicians (UBCP) is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.