Manager II, Ambulatory Surgery Center

UnitedHealth Group•Everett, WA

4d•$91,700 - $163,700•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a proven healthcare operations leader to oversee all clinical, operational, and business functions of a high-performing Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). Reporting to the Regional ASC Director, the Senior Manager is accountable for ensuring high-quality, safe and efficient patient care and operational excellence in multiple service lines. This role is ideal for a results-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment, builds solid physician partnerships, and consistently delivers on quality, safety, and financial outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Maintain current WA DOH Registered Nurse Licensure; BLS Certification
Minimum of 2 years leadership experience in a clinical setting or equivalent
3 years of clinical nursing experience in an ambulatory surgery center, perioperative services, OR, GI/Endoscopy, or PACU
2+ years leadership experience

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree

Responsibilities

Oversees delivery of clinical and operational services across the ASC and actively works with all members of the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient operations.
Ensures quality, safety, and smooth patient flow across all service lines.
Coordinates staffing, equipment, supplies, and resources to meet operational needs.
Maintains an environment of ongoing survey readiness across all areas.
Collaborates with leadership and business functions to enhance care models and operational flow.
Ensures compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
Provides leadership and supervision based on site structure and operational needs.
Directly supervises clinical and support staff, including hiring, coaching, and conducting performance evaluations (in smaller sites).
Directly supervises department managers and other assistant non-leader staff, providing indirect (skip-level) oversight of frontline staff to ensure consistency in care delivery, performance, and culture (in larger sites).
Provides regular performance feedback and conducts performance appraisals.
Partners with the ASC Educator to oversee orientation, education, and staff development.
Plans and participates in staff and leadership meetings, promoting a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment.
Develops, implements, and monitors clinical and operational policies and procedures in collaboration with leadership and the ASC Educator.
Ensures staff compliance with policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
Maintains current knowledge of regulatory requirements, equipment, and clinical practices.
Addresses non-compliance issues in collaboration with the Regional ASC Director.
Ensure continuous compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body requirements (e.g., CMS, DOH, AAAHC, QUAD A).
Maintains accountability for quality, safety, and patient experience outcomes.
Monitors performance metrics and implements improvement initiatives.
Leads site regulatory, licensing, and accreditation surveys, including preparation, coordination, execution, and follow-up; develops and ensures completion of Plans of Correction (POCs), under the oversight and direction of the Regional ASC Director.
Ensures adherence to infection control, safety, and clinical standards.
Escalates compliance risks and issues as appropriate.
Meets regularly with leadership to review operations and performance.
Assists with budget preparation and management of financial performance.
Monitors staffing efficiency, supply utilization, and operational costs.
Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Supports growth, scheduling optimization, and service expansion initiatives.