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Operating Manager Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

Operating Room Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity ... Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management ...

Shift Supervisor

Germantown, WI · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Accountable for interpretation of specifications, blueprints and job orders to operators. * Manage shift based on BOM. Facilitates BOM changes when necessary. * Manages pack out/in area for the clean ...

Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management ... Directly assist operating physician with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing and wound ...

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Operating Manager information

How does an Operating Manager typically collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth business operations?

Operating Managers play a vital role in connecting various departments, such as finance, HR, and production, to ensure that daily operations run efficiently. They frequently coordinate meetings, share performance data, and facilitate communication between teams to resolve issues quickly. By fostering interdepartmental relationships and understanding each team's objectives, Operating Managers help align overall business strategies and optimize workflow. This collaboration is essential for addressing challenges, implementing process improvements, and achieving organizational goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Operating Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operating Manager, you need strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills, often supported by a degree in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with project management software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and industry-specific tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are essential to effectively oversee operations, drive efficiency, and ensure organizational goals are met.

What does an Operating Manager do?

An Operating Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a business or department. Their main duties include managing staff, optimizing processes, ensuring quality standards, and meeting organizational goals. They often handle budgeting, scheduling, and problem-solving to improve efficiency and productivity. Operating Managers also communicate between different departments and upper management to ensure smooth workflow and address any operational issues.
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Registered Nurse Operating Room

Registered Nurse Operating Room

Ascension

Grafton, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Ascension Healthcare rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 1,026 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

415th of 885 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Your future role at a glance 

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility: Columbia St Mary's Milwaukee

Department/Specialty: Operating Room

Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time


Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.


Benefits that help you thrive
  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you’ll make an impact in this role
  • Perform scrub functions including the selection and handling of instruments and supplies used during procedure.
  • Perform circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care of patient before, during and after procedure.
  • Directly assist operating physician with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing and wound exposure as well as patient positioning.
  • Prepare operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following required:
    • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure is dependent on state associate works in.
    • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State. Licensure is dependent on state associate works in.

Education:

  • Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of
    hire required.

What additional preferences we're seeking
  • Minimum of 1 year of recent Operating Room experience in an acute care hospital setting
  • Strong communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and organizational skills

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

E-Verify statement

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.


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About Ascension

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Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Industry

Health care and social assistance and outpatient health care

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

St. Louis, MO, US