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RN Supervisor - Clinical Surgery Scheduling ASC
UnitedHealth Group
📍 HOUSTON, US
291000Full-time
Job description
<p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><strong>Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic,</strong> part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind<strong> Caring. Connecting. Growing together. </strong></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">This position provides advanced clinical oversight and coordination of surgical and endoscopy scheduling within the Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs). The Clinical RN Supervisor optimizes operating room utilization while preventing equipment, staffing, and resource conflicts. The role ensures all surgical cases are scheduled in compliance with clinical, staffing, and safety standards. As a licensed and experienced OR nurse, the supervisor serves as a liaison between the ASC and physician offices, promoting effective block time use and clear communication among surgeons, clinics, anesthesia providers, and perioperative teams.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><strong>Primary Responsibilities:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Independently manages all aspects of surgical and endoscopy case scheduling within the ASCs</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Analyzes case length, staffing availability, supply/equipment needs, and anesthesia resources to optimize case placement and turnover</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Identifies and resolves equipment or scheduling conflicts before they impact surgical operations</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Actively monitors open block time and coordinates outreach to physicians and clinic schedulers to fill open capacity</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Leads scheduling meetings with ASC site-specific OR lead, anesthesia, and leadership as needed</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Maintains strong, collaborative relationships with surgeons and their office staff</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Acts as the primary point of contact for scheduling-related issues</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Assesses clinic needs and works proactively to align surgical scheduling with physician availability and patient needs</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Responds professionally and effectively in high-pressure situations, ensuring excellent customer service</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Educates clinic staff and physicians on scheduling protocols and documentation requirements</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Ensures efficient use of OR time, staff, and clinical resources</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Prevents scheduling of procedures without required equipment or trained staff</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Participates in review of resource utilization and block time effectiveness</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">May assign daily tasks to unit clerks or other schedulers</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Provides backup scheduling support during peak times or staff absences</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Assists with onboarding and mentoring of new scheduling or unit clerk personnel</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Collaborates with OR leadership on workflow improvements</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Review and verify physician credentials and delineation of privileges related to procedures performed in the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Ensures surgical scheduling adheres to all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and internal policies</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Promotes a culture of safety and compliance in scheduling processes</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Identifies and reports potential safety concerns or non-compliance</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Participates in quality improvement initiatives related to OR efficiency and scheduling accuracy</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Tracks scheduling errors or delays and implements corrective action</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Collaborates with Quality and Clinical Managers on case flow improvements</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Acts as a clinical resource to the ASC staff regarding surgical procedures and patient needs</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Demonstrates accountability in clinical decision-making related to scheduling</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Supports overall OR operations as needed based on scope of practice</span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.</span><br> </p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Registered Nurse (RN), Current license in Texas</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Active TX RN License</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">5+ years as an RN in a surgical setting (OR)</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Advanced clinical judgement, surgery scheduling knowledge, computer proficiency</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Proven solid communication and organizational skills</span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Experience in ASC scheduling, OR clinical leadership</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Experience with surgery scheduling software (e.g. OR Manager, Cerner, Epic)</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Proven excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams</span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;">Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.</span></p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><i>At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.</i></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><i>OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.</i></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-family:Tahoma, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><i>OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.</i></span></p>