System Manager, Pre-Operative Readiness Center, Quality Programs, Full time, Days
Apply Now Hospital Name PIH Health Whittier Hospital Location Whittier, California Job Type Full-Time/Regular Job ID 26541The Pre-Operative Readiness Center System Manager is responsible for designing and establishing the infrastructure and operational framework of the system pre-operative readiness clinic to optimize patient outcomes and enhance surgical safety. Collaborates with outpatient surgery clinics, multidisciplinary teams, and organizational leadership to build relationships, develop standardized workflows, and implement evidence-based protocols aligned with clinical practice guidelines and community standards. Provides leadership and oversight of clinic staff, ensuring effective performance management, professional development, and adherence to established workflows and quality standards. Drives the strategic development of the clinic by investigating best practices, recommending resource allocation, and creating a robust system for pre-surgical care coordination. Oversees data collection and outcome tracking to refine processes, promote accountability, and ensure continuous improvement, serving as a key leader in fostering a high-quality, efficient pre-surgical program.
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Required Skills
- Analytical skills.
- Effective written/oral communications.
- Strong problem-solving skills and organization skills.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities focusing on self-direction/empowerment.
- Knowledge of adult education principles.
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Knowledge of continuous quality improvement tools, Plan Do Check Act performance improvement methodology and techniques.
- Computer skills and knowledge of applicable software programs.
Required Experience
Required:
- Active CA Registered Nurse license
- BSN degree
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Minimum 3 years of experience interacting with patients in healthcare setting
Preferred:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Address
12401 Washington Blvd.
Salary
118643.00-195748.00
Shift
Days
Zip Code
90602
