Manager, Perioperative Support Services

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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, operational excellence is critical to delivering world-class cancer care. We are seeking a Manager, Perioperative Support Services to provide hands-on leadership across perioperative support operations, including surgical support assistants and logistics associates. 

In this highly visible role, you will share responsibility with fellow support services managers while working closely with the logistics team, central processing, utilities, facilities, nurse leaders, surgeons, and operational leadership. You will ensure that surgical cases run on time, accurately, and without disruption, with the right equipment, supplies, and environmental conditions in place throughout the day and evening. 

Key Qualifications:  

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in perioperative services, surgical operations, healthcare logistics, or hospital support services 

• Demonstrated experience managing support staff, including surgical support assistants and logistics associates 

• Strong technical and operational knowledge of perioperative environments, equipment, and workflows 

• Proven ability to ensure uninterrupted surgical operations through effective staffing, inventory, and equipment readiness 

• Experience collaborating with Central Processing, facilities/utilities, and clinical leadership 

• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting with multiple priorities and stakeholders 

Role Overview:  

• Oversees the team of surgical support staff and logistics personnel; fills in for logistics leadership when needed  

• Ensures surgical cases are completed accurately and on time across the day 

• Responsible for ensuring the Perioperative environment of care is adequately maintained and prepared to support aseptic procedures  

• You will encourage engagement, accountability, and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams in a technically complex perioperative environment. 

• Ensures surgical instruments, materials, and environments are prepared, functional, and accurate for each case (including lasers, robotics, and specialized equipment)  

• Oversees replenishment of inventory and prevents case delays or disruptions 

• Ensures efficient task completion and staffing coverage throughout all shifts 

• Works seamlessly with surgeons, nurse leaders, CPD, logistics, utilities, and facilities teams 

Core Skills: 

• Ability to guide and encourage teams with a positive, engaging leadership style.  

• Strong perioperative operational and technical expertise, including oversight of surgical equipment and specialized technologies (e.g., lasers, robotics). 

• Experience managing inventory, supplies, staffing, and workflows to prevent delays and support efficient operations. 

• Proven track record to collaborate effectively with teams across MSK 

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate and quickly address operational challenges. 

• Knowledge of regulatory, safety, and environmental standards within perioperative settings. 

Additional Information:  

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3pm 

• Location: 1275 York Avenue 

• Reporting To: Associate Director, Nursing Support Services & Perioperative Services 

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At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

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