Manager Peri-Anesthesia Services (2026-0953)

Valley Medical Center & Clinics; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Medical Center & Clinics in Renton, WA seeks a Manager of PeriAnesthesia Services to oversee PACU, Admit-Discharge, Star Clinic and PRT. You will lead operations and clinical practice, partner with Medical Staff, and ensure quality patient care while aligning with ASPAN standards and budgets.

This exempt, full-time role requires RN licensure in WA, BSN, 3 years leadership, 5 years clinical, ACLS within 3 months, and ASPAN CAPA/CPAN preferred; strong budgeting, governance and

Qualifications

• WA RN license required; BSN degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 5 years clinical/technical experience.
• ACLS required within 3 months of hire.
• CAPA or CPAN ASPAN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct management of PACU, Admit-Discharge, Star Clinic and PRT operations.
• Lead staffing, budgeting, and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with Medical Staff to forecast needs and improve patient care.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and ASPAN standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff development

Communication

Quality improvement

Change management

Collaboration

Clinical leadership

Education

BSN degree

WA RN License

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Manager Peri-Anesthesia Services

Req: 2026-0953

Location: VMC Main Campus

Department: Perioperative Support Svcs

Shift: Variable

Type: Full Time

FTE: 1

Hours:

City State: Renton, WA

Category Management

Salary Range: Min $130,938 - Max $196,407/annual DOE

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.

TITLE

Manager PeriAnesthesia

JOB OVERVIEW

The Manager of PeriAnesthisa (PACU, Admit-Discharge, Star Clinic, and PRT) has the responsibility and authority for directing the management operations and clinical practice for the above mentioned areas. The Manager plans with other leaders as well as Medical Staff to identify needs, trends, and forecasts needed to provide quality patient care. Acts, as appointed, in the absence of the Director of Perianesthesia Services.

DEPARTMENT

Perioperative Support Svcs

WORK HOURS

Typically, Monday - Friday; Hours may vary to meet department and patient needs.

REPORTS TO

Director of Perianesthsia Services

Prerequisites

Current RN license in Washington State, required.

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN), required.

Minimum of three (3) years leadership or direct supervisory experience, with direct accountability for unit operations, required.

Minimum Of Five (5) Years Relevant Clinical/technical Experience, Required.

American Heart Association or American Red Cross ACLS required within 3 months of hire.

CAPA or CPAN ASPAN certification preferred.

Qualifications

Demonstrates leadership competence and professionalism, is results oriented and self-directed with dedication to their own self development.

Demonstrates integrity and trustworthiness; is direct and honest in communications; maintains confidentiality; accepts accountability for actions.

Ability to communicate a compelling vision, inspire and motivate teams, and foster optimism and shared purpose.

Strong written, verbal and presentation skills; conveys information clearly, succinctly and in a timely manner to support team effectiveness and engagement.

Can maneuver through complex political situations effectively and quietly; is sensitive to how people and the organization functions.

Adaptable and resilient; demonstrates empathy, objectivity, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Knowledge of healthcare trends and challenges and appropriate regulatory requirements.

Demonstrates strong judgment in evaluating ideas and suggestions, with the ability to guide and manage the creative process of others.

Proven project leadership skills with the ability to apply change management principles effectively.

Ability to work effectively with staff and physicians in a rapidly changing environment.

Has demonstrated ability to develop and manage a budget and maintains consistently high levels of productivity within confines of budget.

Utilizes collaborative decision-making for problem-solving.

Ability to use computer technology as appropriate including Microsoft Office programs, Epic, and other applications.

Communicates and works effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all ages.

Unique Physical/Mental Demands, Environment And Working Conditions

See Generic Job Description for Manager.

Performance Responsibilities

Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Manager

Essential Responsibilities And Competencies

Applies Valley Medical Center's Caregiver and Leadership Commitment in daily work.

Establish and maintains effective relationships with internal and external customers regarding patient experience and providing employees with that feedback.

Builds a culture of quality and patient safety following ASGE standards.

Partners and collaborates with Endoscopy Services and the physician Medical Director.

Collaborates with the clinics regarding the Endoscopy Service lines.

Aligns staff resources to appropriate patient care needs.

Ensure staffing is adequate and effective in accordance with established guidelines and contracts.

Follow contract for staff scheduling and vacation management that meet operational needs of patient care.

Prepares operating budget for service area with input from Director.

Maintains all areas of responsibility within budget and/or provides appropriate justification for variances.

Maintains all FTE operational budget and productivity within the organization's standards.

Prepares annual capital equipment budget being mindful of state-of-the-art technology.

Makes purchasing decisions based on cost/benefit analysis.

Applies effective conflict management and resolution in a timely manner using VMC guidelines. Sees conflict as opportunities for improvement and settles disputes consistently and fairly.

Partners with all skill sets and disciplines to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Manages a comprehensive communication plan to ensure information is shared with staff in a timely manner.

Hire and develop talented staff, establishing clear expectations and work plans that are fair, challenging, and aligned with organizational goals.

Coaches and manages staff performance including promotions, terminations, and annual evaluations.

Assess staff competencies and coordinate trainings for staff to ensure competencies are maintained.

Schedules and attends staff/in-services meetings and UBC per contract.

Performs leadership rounding.

Plans and organizes processes and resources to achieve critical priorities, identifies and removes roadblocks, measures performance effectively, simplifies complex workflows, and maximizes efficiency through synergy and integration.

Completes reports in a timely manner.

Maintains clinical skills and works clinically as necessary.

Maintains all policies, procedures and job aids utilizing ASPAN standards.

Develops, implements, and monitors compliance to policies, protocols, procedures, and standards.

Maintains all regulatory requirements for Admit/Discharge, STAR, PACU, and PRT including licensure, annual competencies, employee health requirements, and operational requirements.

Ensures all regulatory competency requirements are maintained for nursing.

Applies standards and evidenced-based in practice as baseline for competency and performance that meet DOH, Joint Commission, and ASPAN Standards.

Maintains all key performance index that align with ASPAN Standards.

Attends a minimum of two educational programs annually related to management and/or clinical areas of responsibility.

Participates in quality improvement/patient safety processes appropriate to the position.

Other duties as assigned.

Date Created

Revised: 8/05, 2/13, 12/25

Grade: NC14

FLSA: Exempt

Cost Center: 7019

Job Qualifications

Demonstrates leadership competence and professionalism, is results oriented and self-directed with dedication to their own self development.

Demonstrates integrity and trustworthiness; is direct and honest in communications; maintains confidentiality; accepts accountability for actions.

Ability to communicate a compelling vision, inspire and motivate teams, and foster optimism and shared purpose.

Strong written, verbal and presentation skills; conveys information clearly, succinctly and in a timely manner to support team effectiveness and engagement.

Can maneuver through complex political situations effectively and quietly; is sensitive to how people and the organization functions.

Adaptable and resilient; demonstrates empathy, objectivity, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Knowledge of healthcare trends and challenges and appropriate regulatory requirements.

Demonstrates strong judgment in evaluating ideas and suggestions, with the ability to guide and manage the creative process of others.

Proven project leadership skills with the ability to apply change management principles effectively.

Ability to work effectively with staff and physicians in a rapidly changing environment.

Has demonstrated ability to develop and manage a budget and maintains consistently high levels of productivity within confines of budget.

Utilizes collaborative decision-making for problem-solving.

Ability to use computer technology as appropriate including Microsoft Office programs, Epic, and other applications.

Communicates and works effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all ages.