Interim Perioperative Services Director

Interim Perioperative Services Director

Klickitat Valley Health

Goldendale

Full Time | 4 Day Work Week | No Call

Interim and Permanent Compensation Available

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This opportunity is being supported by Rural Staffing Services in partnership with Klickitat Valley Health.

We believe rural healthcare hiring should be transparent, thoughtful, and built on real connection.

That means

You will have a real conversation with us first

We take the time to understand your experience and leadership style

You are presented to leadership in a meaningful and aligned way

Rural Staffing Services serves as the first step in this process.

To be considered, please apply through Rural Staffing Services.

If you apply directly to the hospital, we may not be able to include you in this process.

This Is More Than a Perioperative Leadership Role

This is a leadership opportunity stepping into a moment that matters.

Klickitat Valley Health is navigating an unexpected leadership gap due to a family emergency, and the surgical team needs experienced, steady support.

This role will begin as an interim leadership need, with strong potential to transition into a permanent position.

This opportunity is ideal for a leader who can

Step in quickly and bring stability and clarity

Support both the operating room and surgery clinic

Strengthen scheduling, efficiency, and team utilization

Build trust with staff, providers, and leadership

This is not just about maintaining operations.

This is about supporting a team and guiding them forward.

Why Goldendale, Washington

Goldendale is one of those places people discover and then wonder why they did not find it sooner.

Set above the Columbia River Gorge, this community offers space, quiet, and a slower pace of life that feels grounding.

Four day work week with no nights, no weekends, and no call

Wide open views, fresh air, and room to breathe

Close access to the Columbia River Gorge for hiking and exploring

A strong rural community where people show up for each other

A place where your work matters and your life outside of work is yours again

For leaders coming from high pressure surgical environments, this offers something rare.

The ability to lead, make an impact, and still have balance.

About the Hospital

Klickitat Valley Health is a Critical Access Hospital committed to providing high quality care while staying deeply connected to its community.

Surgical Services Overview

General Surgery, Orthopedics, Podiatry, and Pain Management

Approximately 400 endoscopy cases annually

Primarily outpatient surgical environment

Collaborative and close knit clinical teams

This is a hospital where leaders are visible, decisions are thoughtful, and teamwork matters.

What You Will Do

Oversee perioperative services across the full continuum of care

Support surgery clinic operations alongside OR leadership

Ensure efficient scheduling and optimal use of staff and resources

Partner with surgeons, anesthesia, and clinical teams

Maintain regulatory compliance, quality, and patient safety standards

Lead and support staff across pre op, OR, PACU, and sterile processing

Use data and analytics to improve workflow and performance

Step in as a hands on leader when needed

What You Will Bring

Strong perioperative leadership experience across the surgical continuum

Experience in rural or Critical Access Hospital settings preferred

Background supporting both OR and clinic operations

Knowledge of regulatory requirements, billing, and coding

Ability to lead through change with clarity and confidence

Strong communication and team leadership skills

Qualifications for the role include

Registered Nurse required

Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred

BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required

Minimum ten years of nursing experience with at least five years in the operating room

Leadership experience in a surgical services environment

Why This Role Matters

In rural healthcare, surgical services are essential to both patient access and hospital sustainability.

Right now, this team needs

Leadership stability

Operational support

Clear direction during a time of transition

Your leadership will directly impact patient care, team experience, and the hospital's ability to serve its community.

A Place to Lead and Belong

At Klickitat Valley Health, leadership is not distant.

You are part of the team.

You are trusted to lead.

And your impact is felt immediately.

This is a place where your work matters every day.

How to Apply

Apply through Rural Staffing Services to be considered.

We will connect with you directly, learn your story, and guide you through the process.