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Colusa Medical Center

C.N.A

Colusa, CA

Certified Nursing Assistant DEPARTMENT: Med Surg EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: RN Charge Nurse, Unit Manager SUPERVISES: N/A FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Part-time, or Per Diem ...

Colusa Medical Center

C.N.A

Colusa, CA · On-site

Certified Nursing Assistant DEPARTMENT: Med Surg EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: RN Charge Nurse, Unit Manager SUPERVISES: N/A FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Part-time, or Per Diem ...

Colusa Medical Center

C.N.A

Colusa, CA · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Certified Nursing Assistant DEPARTMENT: Med Surg EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: RN Charge Nurse, Unit Manager SUPERVISES: N/A FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Part-time, or Per Diem ...

Surgery

Surgery Supp Spec

San Gabriel, CA · On-site

Surgery Support Specialist The Surgery Support Specialist assists the Director of Perioperative Services in the operational management in cost containment within the fiscal budget. In addition, this ...

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How much do surgery manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for surgery manager in California is $102,399.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,600.00 and $128,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgery manager?

To thrive as a Surgery Manager, you need a background in healthcare administration or nursing, experience in surgical services, and often a bachelor's or master's degree in a healthcare-related field. Familiarity with operating room management software, scheduling systems, regulatory compliance requirements, and certifications such as CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) or CASC (Certified Administrator Surgery Center) are highly valued. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities enable effective team coordination and handling high-pressure situations. These competencies are crucial for ensuring patient safety, efficient workflow, and high-quality surgical care delivery in a complex hospital or surgical center environment.

What are the typical challenges a surgery manager faces in coordinating surgical services?

Surgery Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing operating room schedules, handling staffing needs, and ensuring adherence to strict safety and regulatory standards. They must address unexpected changes like emergency surgeries or staff shortages while keeping surgeries running on time. The role also requires continuous collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and administrative staff to optimize patient care and resource utilization. Successfully managing these complexities is key to maintaining a smooth, efficient surgical department and positive outcomes for patients and staff alike.

What is a surgery manager?

A Surgery Manager oversees the daily operations of a surgical department, ensuring efficient workflow, patient safety, and compliance with healthcare regulations. They manage staff, coordinate schedules, and supervise budgeting and resource allocation. Additionally, they collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and administrators to optimize surgical services and improve patient care. Effective communication, leadership skills, and a strong understanding of surgical procedures are essential for success in this role.

What does a surgery manager do?

A surgery manager oversees the daily operations of a surgical department or facility, including staff coordination, scheduling, compliance with safety protocols, and ensuring efficient patient care. They often collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and administrative staff, and may require knowledge of healthcare regulations and management software.

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Infographic showing various Surgery Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,399 per year, or $49.2 per hour.

C.N.A

Colusa Medical Center

Colusa, CA

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

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Company rating: 4.4 out of 10

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Job description

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POSITION TITLE: Certified Nursing Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Med Surg

EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: RN Charge Nurse, Unit Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Part-time, or Per Diem


POSITION SUMMARY

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a multi-skilled health professional who works interdependently with other health care professionals to provide quality health care to the patient. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will be responsible for performing both administrative and clinical skills in the surgery department. The CAN will perform all patient care duties under the direction of the supervisor of the surgery department and other nurses within the surgery department.

Requirements

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
  • Nursing Assistant certification required.
  • Knowledge of basic direct patient techniques, medical terminology and documentation skills demonstrated.
  • One year experience preferred, but not required.
  • Current BLS card

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Position-Specific Performance Measures:

  • Pre-registration and pre-operative admission/preparation of surgery patients. Assisting pre-operative RN with all phases of surgical patient visit; measuring and recording vital signs, including pain level as indicated, assisting with specimen collection, dressing changes, bandage application, other procedures as deemed competent, as well as needs of the patient and family members; utilize Basic Life Support when required
  • Coordinating pre-operative appointments for surgery patients, scheduling patients for pre-operative tests. Completion of pre-operative orientation for patients and giving pre-operative instructions to patients, coordination of all phases of surgical visit.
  • Assisting with completion of medical records and billing for all surgical patients; performing accurate, legal, professional, and ethical documentation of all patient care activities at all times. Maintaining strict confidentiality, adhering to all HIPAA guidelines.
  • Assisting with ordering of supplies for surgery department, cleaning of surgery rooms, terminal cleaning of surgery rooms, decontamination, cleaning of surgical instruments and disposing of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards.
  • Communication skills using appropriate medical terminology and participation in quality and performance improvement activities department and organization wide as well as various duties as assigned by surgery manager within scope of practice.
  • Demonstrates effective communication with members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes; checks CMC email at least once per assigned shift and responds appropriately' attends and participates in all required in-service training and mandatory meetings.

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