Who we are looking for:

People who are passionate about the care of our patients. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of a team that puts our patients first and works well with a team of professionals. Someone who wants a successful career where your efforts make a difference. We want people who are tech-savvy, enthusiastic, cares about others, and wants to work in a fast paced and fun environment.

Benefits:

We have an excellent benefit package (some benefits are dependent on full time or part time status) including:

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Insurance – health, dental, group term life, and short term disability
• Uniform allowance
• Jury duty pay
• Traditional and Roth 401k with match
• Profit sharing contribution
• Awards program
• Continued education & advanced training opportunities
• Employee discounts

This is a 40 hour per week position. EOE       

Work hours are somewhere between 7 am and 5:30 pm dependent on the position and patient needs.  Some positions may work on a Saturday rotation with hours between 7 am and 12 pm.

Wage Range: $73,300 – $80,600 annually

Responsibilities:

The Manager of Surgical Services is responsible for assisting the organization in achieving a high level of clinical quality, patient experience, provider satisfaction and regulatory compliance by managing daily operations of pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative services including surgical scheduling, patient pre-op education, implant/instrument procurement and securing surgical block times with outside facilities.  Responsible for the financial, capital and human resources of the surgical services area including surgical counselors, triage nurses, LASIK coordinators and the like to ensure established procedures and standards are met and to make the surgical experience as smooth as possible.  Monitors work flow and ensure adherence to policies and procedures, recommending and/or implementing changes as needed. Prepares/assists in the annual budget process and monitors and provides input on expenditures.  Responsible for implementation of new software applications, including but not limited to, electronic medical records.  Collects, analyzes and reports data to meet productivity standards, improve processes and ensure established quality standards are met. 

Qualifications & Skills needed:

Education & Experience:

• Current Illinois RN license required
• Bachelor degree in nursing or health related field preferred
• 3-5 years healthcare experience
• 2-3 yrs experience in leadership and training
• OR experience preferred
• Familiarity and experience with patient scheduling, registration and  in principles and practices of  healthcare management
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office).  Has working knowledge of computer networks and applications

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the OR setting and processes surrounding OR scheduling
• Team guiding and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Superior organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated computer literacy, software application implementation and project management skills
• Ability to manage patient, physician and staff expectations and schedule
• Ability to understand HIPPA, OSHA, and CMS regulations and how they affect the practice.
• Knowledge of medical office practice and procedures
• Professional skills in dealing with staff, professional employees, patients and physicians.
• Ability to work with physicians and staff to educate them on all aspects of scheduling and registration
• Ability to travel to/from and between patient care areas if required.  Must possess current state driver’s license and an insured and licensed motor vehicle.