OR Flow Lead: Optimize Surgical Scheduling

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & 403(b)

Growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

MBTA transit subsidy

Free parking

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an OR Flow Manager to optimize patient movement through the perioperative pathway. The role leads scheduling, coordinates with anesthesia, surgeons, and nursing leadership to maximize efficiency across 46 operating rooms and a multi-department interface.

The candidate will drive throughput, monitor delays, and implement staffing plans while maintaining high morale and adherence to policy in a demanding operative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing degree required.
• Previous Operating Room Charge Nurse experience required.
• Master’s Degree in related healthcare, Operations, or engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of patient care and operational flow activities.

Responsibilities

• Directs the efficient flow and movement of perioperative patients from pre-op, ED, or inpatient unit, to the operating room, and then to PACU or inpatient unit.
• Establishes effective communications with nursing management, clinical support, anesthesia floor leader, surgeon, and hospital administration to ensure efficient utilization of the Operating Room.
• Plans for additional staffing as needed and secures resources with consideration of budget impact.
• Establishes and maintains an environment conducive to high morale and job satisfaction, fulfillment of staff goals, and delivery of optimum performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical

Prioritization

EPIC

Education

BSN

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking an OR Flow Manager to optimize patient movement through the perioperative pathway. The role leads scheduling, coordinates with anesthesia, surgeons, and nursing leadership to maximize efficiency across 46 operating rooms and a multi-department interface.

The candidate will drive throughput, monitor delays, and implement staffing plans while maintaining high morale and adherence to policy in a demanding operative environment.