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.