Interim OR Manager — 1099 Contractor (RN/BSN)

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 173,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Surgical Directions is seeking an Interim OR Manager in Portland, OR to oversee daily operating room operations, staff management, scheduling, productivity, and quality improvements. The role supports a transition to a permanent OR Manager while collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, sterile processing, and leadership.

This contract-based position requires an RN with BSN, OR leadership experience, CNOR preferred, and the ability to work independently as a 1099

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted RN license in the applicable placement state.
• BSN degree.
• Minimum of 3 years OR leadership.
• Strong knowledge of OR metrics, staffing, productivity, and quality improvement.
• CNOR certification strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as a 1099 contractor.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Operating Room and perioperative services.
• Coordinate surgical schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize delays.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, OSHA, CMS, Joint Commission, and infection control standards.
• Monitor patient safety initiatives and quality improvement activities.
• Develop and enforce OR policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
• Conduct chart audits, incident reviews, and corrective action planning.
• Coordinate and supervise OR nursing and surgical support staff.
• Assist with staffing schedules and coverage planning.
• Provide orientation, training, and mentorship to clinical personnel.
• Promote teamwork and professional communication among surgical teams.
• Participate in recruitment and evaluation of OR personnel as requested.
• Monitor supply utilization and assist with inventory management.
• Collaborate with administration on budgeting and cost containment initiatives.
• Analyze OR efficiency metrics, turnover times, and case volume trends.
• Recommend operational improvements to increase productivity and patient satisfaction.
• Maintain readiness for accreditation and regulatory inspections.
• Ensure proper documentation, credentialing, and competency validation.
• Oversee infection prevention and quality assurance activities.
• Participate in risk management and patient safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Healthcare compliance

Education

BSN

CNOR certification

Job description

Surgical Directions is seeking an Interim OR Manager in Portland, OR to oversee daily operating room operations, staff management, scheduling, productivity, and quality improvements. The role supports a transition to a permanent OR Manager while collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, sterile processing, and leadership.

This contract-based position requires an RN with BSN, OR leadership experience, CNOR preferred, and the ability to work independently as a 1099