Surgical Services Manager

Domnovate; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 126,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Domnovate seeks a Surgical Services Manager in Bethel, AK to lead the operating room and related services, directing both clinical and administrative staff to deliver safe, high-quality patient care while aligning with hospital goals.

The ideal candidate is an Alaska-licensed RN with BSN/MSN, BLS/ACLS/PALS, 2+ years in the OR and 2+ years in surgical services management; CNOR/CSSM preferred, with strong budget, staffing and policy experience.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a nursing program from an NLN-approved institution.
• BSN or MSN in nursing; master's in healthcare administration preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in operating room experience.
• At least 2 years in surgical services management.
• Licensed Alaska RN in good standing; BLS, ACLS, and PALS required; CNOR preferred; CSSM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and direct Surgical Services including the Operating Room, Outpatient Surgical Services, Anesthesia, and PACU.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance; develop policies and procedures.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and materials; coordinate visiting specialists.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives and performance metrics.
• Maintain interdepartmental communication and culture of safety.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Budget/financial mgmt

Problem solving

Education

BSN or MSN in Nursing

MS in Healthcare Administration preferred

Tools

Cerner EHR

Job description

Annual Salary: $126,152–$164,008 per year*

Build your next chapter with Our Client as a Surgical Services Manager in Bethel, AK. Bring your experience to a permanent role supporting thoughtful care and dependable service.

Opportunity Overview

• Permanent employment with Our Client; 1 opening.
• Bethel, AK 99559.
• days/night.

Role and Qualifications

Position Summary: Responsible for planning, coordinating, organizing and directing the operations and staff (clinical and non-clinical) of the Surgical Services Department including the Operating Room, Outpatient Surgical Services, Anesthesia, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. Evaluates the delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well being of all patients in the assigned department(s). Coordinates (or supervises coordination) of visiting specialists to maintain a workable schedule in the OR. Responsible for the fiscal, material and human resource management of the department as well as other administrative duties as assigned by the Chief Nurse Executive. Participates in the development and implementation of departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Maintains interdepartmental and intradepartmental communication. Articulates and enforces standards for quality/safe patient care. Develops and implements innovative systems and processes that improve staff and patient quality and safety. Demonstrates achievable and measurable results and develop action plans for improvement. Initiates, monitors, and enforces regulatory requirements. Holds self and others accountable to policy, standards, and commitments and provides timely follow through on questions and concerns. Remains current of new trends and best practices and incorporates into Surgical Services. Ensures development of Surgical Services initiatives to improve patient experience and family centered care. Develops and implements clinical outcome measures for quality improvement, cost and complication reduction, and the implementation of evidence-based practice. Maintains open communication with department staff to create a Culture of Safety and engages staff in Continuous Quality Improvement. Knowledgeable of AORN Guidelines1 and Perioperative Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice. Interprets, implements, and monitors TJC, state, and federal regulations pertaining to department functions. Ensure departmental compliance with TJC standards as well as requirements set by state and federal regulatory bodies. Applies age specific considerations and cultural diversity when rendering patient care. Supports Our Client mission statement.

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Must have completed a program of education in nursing from an NLN approved institution. BSN, Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Masters degree in a health care or Business Administration related field preferred.

Minimum Experience: Minimum of (2) two years experience in operating room. Must also have at least 2 years of surgical services management (at a surgery center or the like).

License, Certification, Registration: In addition, must be licensed in good standing in the State of Alaska as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). The successful candidate will be required to pass and maintain competencies for this position. Certified Nursing Operating Room (CNOR) preferred. Attain certification within 6 months Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) preferred

Equipment/Tools: Office machines (i.e., multi-line telephone, copy machine, fax machine, Microsoft Office, etc.) Knowledge of electronic health record systems, Cerner preferred.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Knowledgeable of AORN Guidelines1 and Perioperative Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice.

Cognitive and technical knowledge required with the ability to manage care across the continuum of care. Must be flexible with work schedule and possess the ability for independent actions within prescribed limits.

Knowledge of budgets, reimbursements, coding, claims processing and fiscal management desired. The successful candidate will be required to pass and maintain competencies for this position.

1. Knowledge of medical terminology.

2. Ability to work in patient care setting.

3. Knowledge of psychiatric patients (Title 47).

4. Knowledge of coding and administrative documentation for Title 47 patients

5. Knowledge of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention tactics

Language Skills: ABILITY to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to write reports business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Theoretical knowledge of the nursing process, care management, and continuity of care.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent draw and interpret bar graphs, and maintain a computer, database.

Reasoning Abilities: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Supervisory Responsibilities: OR department staff including: nurses, anesthesia staff, pre-op provider, OR support staff

Relevant experience: at least 5 years.

*Pay: $126,152–$164,008 per year. Actual compensation will vary based on the assignment, schedule, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. For eligible travelers, total compensation may include both taxable W-2 wages and separate travel reimbursements under Domnovate Healthcare’s travel reimbursement policy. Travel reimbursement eligibility and amounts are determined independently based on the employee’s circumstances, assignment location, and applicable reimbursement guidelines.