Assistant Clinical Manager - Orthopedics OR

Primary Scope

The Perioperative Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) provides daily clinical and operational leadership for a specific surgical service line. This role ensures specialty-specific preparedness, staff support, and coordinated patient care in partnership with the Nurse Manager, OR floor coordinators or charge nurses.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership for Service Line

• Direct supervisory responsibility up to 25 FTEs.
• Coordinate surgical case flow and resource allocation for assigned service lines in collaboration with the charge nurse to ensure on-time starts, efficient turnovers, and optimal throughput.
• Provide real-time clinical support, expertise, and mentoring to RNs and surgical staff.
• Review daily schedules for assigned specialties and adjust staffing and resources based on acuity and procedural complexity.
• Maintain accurate preference cards and ensure instrument, supply, and equipment readiness for specialty cases.
• Act as the primary liaison between surgeons, staff, and leadership for operational and workflow issues.

Staff Development & Human Resource Support

• Assist the Nurse Manager with scheduling, staff assignments, evaluations, and performance improvement plans.
• Identify staff training needs and coordinate with the Clinical Educator for targeted education.
• Support onboarding of new staff and surgeons, ensuring understanding of workflows and expectations.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and accountable team culture.

Financial & Resource Stewardship

• Promote cost-effective care delivery through appropriate use of supplies, implants, equipment, and staff resources.
• Monitor service utilization trends and contribute to operational and capital budget planning.
• Collaborate with surgeons and leadership to identify and justify capital equipment needs.
• Encourage initiatives that improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Participate in specialty-related quality improvement projects, audits, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, union agreements, and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission.
• Review documentation for accuracy, particularly regarding implants, counts, and specialty-specific details.
• Assist in developing specialty-related policies and protocols.

Leadership Collaboration & Departmental Support

• Support the Nurse Manager in executing departmental goals and tactical initiatives.
• Provide leadership coverage during the Nurse Manager’s absence to ensure continuity of operations.
• Communicate operational issues, resource needs, and service-level concerns to leadership.
• Serve on departmental or hospital committees as assigned.

• Education: Associate’s degree in nursing (BSN) required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Licensure: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island or in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant perioperative nursing experience with demonstrated leadership and clinical expertise.
• Professional Membership: Active member of AORN and CNOR preferred.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities; proficiency in perioperative workflows and resource management.

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EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

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