Operating Room Manager

Overview

Barnes Jewish Hospital, part of Washington University Medical Center, is a 1500‑bed Level 1 Trauma Center and one of Missouri’s largest hospitals. The OR Manager for Pod 5 leads the operation for 25 operating rooms that provide 24/7 surgical services, including ENT, neuro/spine, and kidney/liver transplants.

• Operationally and clinically manage Pod 5 on a 24‑hour basis.
• Lead a team of 200+ staff, including assistant nurse managers, charge nurses, resource nurses, and staff educators.
• Manage hiring, training, assignment, performance evaluation, and professional development for the unit staff.
• Develop and monitor staffing, revenue, and expense budgets; respond to business changes.
• Ensure safe and appropriate patient care governed by evidence‑based practices.
• Maintain compliance with departmental policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
• Promote customer satisfaction, process indicators, and quality improvement in the unit.
• Research and implement systems to improve efficiency and support growth of the unit.

• Minimum 2–5 years of nursing experience with 2 years of supervisory responsibility.
• RN license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred; associate’s degree acceptable with substantial experience.
• Experience in a high‑volume trauma or surgical setting preferred.

• Signing bonus and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Disability insurance, 401(k) with BJC match, and automatic retirement contribution.
• Tuition assistance, BJC Institute for Learning and Development, flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off, adoption assistance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.