MANAGER OF PERIOPERATIVE OPERATIONS

Samaritan Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a Manager of Perioperative Operations to lead and optimize workflows across Pre-Admission Testing, Pre-Op, OR, and PACU. You will partner with nursing leadership, anesthesia, and surgical teams to improve first-case on-time starts, throughput, and daily operational efficiency.

In addition to operational leadership, you will serve as Laser Safety Officer, manage performance data, and drive standardization of processes across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Current NYS RN license required.
• CNOR certification preferred.
• 3–5 years perioperative nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support daily surgical flow across perioperative areas.
• Identify barriers impacting case progression and throughput.
• Coordinate with departments to align with the surgical schedule.
• Lead throughput improvement initiatives and standardize processes.
• Serve as Laser Safety Officer and ensure laser safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Data-informed decisions

Cross-department coordination

Influence without authority

Education

BSN preferred

Master’s degree preferred

CNOR certification preferred

Job description

MANAGER OF PERIOPERATIVE OPERATIONS# Careers## MANAGER OF PERIOPERATIVE OPERATIONSApply: Onsite: Samaritan Medical Center: Full time: Posted Today: R2664Location:Samaritan Medical CenterDepartment:01.7040 SMC SURGICAL SERVICESPay Range:44.94 - 59.54Care for our community, and your career.The Manager of Perioperative Operations is responsible for supporting operational performance, patient flow, and process improvement across the perioperative continuum, including Pre-Admission Testing (PAT), Pre-Op, Operating Room (OR), PACU, and related services.This role focuses on improving first case on-time starts, optimizing throughput, reducing delays, and supporting consistent, efficient daily operations. The position collaborates with nursing leadership, anesthesia, and surgical teams to align workflows, improve performance, and promote high-quality, patient-centered care.This position also serves as the Laser Safety Officer (LSO) for surgical services.**Key Responsibilities****Perioperative Operations*** Monitor and support daily surgical flow across perioperative areas* Identify and address barriers impacting case progression and patient throughput* Facilitate communication across departments to support alignment with the surgical schedule* Support daily operational huddles, including afternoon throughput handoff**First Case On-Time Start Optimization*** Partner with Surgical Services leadership to improve first case readiness* Identify causes of delays and implement corrective actions* Support standardization of processes to improve consistency**Throughput & Process Improvement*** Analyze perioperative workflows to identify inefficiencies and variation* Lead and support performance improvement initiatives (e.g., turnover performance, add-on integration, discharge flow)* Develop and implement standardized processes to support efficient operations* Collaborate with leadership to sustain improvements**Data & Performance Management*** Monitor key perioperative performance indicators, including: + First case on-time starts + Turnover times + OR utilization + Delays and cancellations* Identify trends and opportunities for improvement* Prepare and present performance summaries to leadership* Utilize available reporting tools and collaborate with internal resources as needed**Late-Day Operational Support (OR-Focused)*** Provide support to OR leadership and charge nurses for late-day operations as needed* Assist with add-on coordination, turnover optimization, and resource alignment* Support escalation of complex operational issues when onsite**Cross-Department Coordination*** Align Pre-Op readiness with OR scheduling* Coordinate with PACU to support patient throughput and reduce delays* Collaborate with SPD regarding instrumentation and equipment readiness* Support coordination between nursing, anesthesia, and surgical teams**Laser Safety Officer (LSO) Responsibilities*** Serve as the designated Laser Safety Officer for surgical services* Ensure compliance with applicable laser safety standards and regulations* Maintain and update laser safety policies and procedures* Coordinate staff training and competency validation* Participate in safety rounds, audits, and incident review processes* Collaborate with biomedical engineering and vendors as needed**Qualifications****Education*** Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred* Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred**Licensure/Certification*** Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State required* CNOR certification preferred**Experience*** Minimum of 3–5 years of perioperative nursing experience required* Experience across multiple perioperative areas preferred* Experience with process improvement or performance initiatives preferred**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Strong understanding of perioperative workflows and operations* Ability to analyze operational processes and identify improvement opportunities* Data-informed decision-making and problem-solving skills* Strong communication and collaboration skills* Ability to coordinate across multiple departments* Ability to influence without direct authority* Commitment to patient safety, quality, and operational efficiency**Work Schedule*** Primary schedule: Monday–Friday, 0700–1530* Flexibility required based on operational needs, including occasional extended hours**Working Conditions*** Clinical and office-based environment within surgical services* Requires frequent interaction with clinical staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams* May require periods of prolonged standing, walking, and computer use**Physical Requirements*** Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the department for extended periods* Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds occasionally* Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for communication and monitoring activitiesSamaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. **Work Shift:**Exempt (United States of America)Position Hours:80Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.