Fredericton OR Operations Manager (N-B) PCN 1156423 - #228877

Competition #:

162451 External

Posted:

June 15, 2026

Closes:

June 28, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date:

July 3, 2026

Location:

Operating Room Booking (Area 3)

Nursing ~ Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital ~ Fredericton ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification:

Non Bargaining

Job Classification Type:

Management and Non-Bargaining

Job Type:

Permanent Full Time

FTE:

1

Schedule:

Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement:

English Essential

Salary:

67,600 to 94,406 per year ((Pay Band 5) (Based on 37.5 hours per week))

This is the life-changing opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Horizon Health Network in beautiful New Brunswick is looking for an OR Operations Manager to join our team!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is seeking a committed, organized, motivated, detail-oriented individual to join our team as an OR Operations Manager. The OR Operations Manager is responsible for the effective allocation and optimization of operating room resources, with a primary focus on maximizing utilization, improving access, and ensuring efficient surgical flow. This role oversees OR scheduling and performance, using data-driven insights and collaboration with clinical and administrative teams to enhance capacity and support high-quality patient care.

Why you should work here

Working for Horizon gives you a career that provides an east coast lifestyle and the chance to make a big difference in the lives of New Brunswickers.

This position comes with competitive salary, paid time off, sick benefits, employer paid contributions into our government pension plan and a remote work policy.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in surgical services, healthcare operations, or OR scheduling preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with electronic scheduling systems (e.g., OR management software) is an asset.
• Experience with bargaining units (CUPE) an asset

Demonstrated proficiency verified by testing in:

• Data Entry 4000 KSPH
• Typing 35 WPM (General)
• Medical Terminology Spelling 75%
• Medical Terminology Vocabulary 75%
• Outlook 50%
• Word 50%
• Excel 75%

Written and spoken competence in English is required at an advanced level.

What you will do

• Provide leadership and operational management to OR Booking staff to ensure accurate, consistent, and efficient case scheduling
• Responsible for the allocation and optimal utilization of OR block time
• Monitor and analyze utilization metrics; identify and implement improvements to increase capacity and reduce delays
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical teams, and administrative partners to standardize processes and resolve scheduling issues
• Work collaboratively across the health authority to develop, align, and implement standardized OR booking and scheduling practices
• Work with Surgical Access Manger to ensure equal access & compliance of Department of Health Surgical Access Registry Polices & Procures
• Act as liaison with physician offices and key stakeholders
• Serve as key user for the electronic OR scheduling system, including support, optimization, and training.

Horizon Competency

Core competencies for non-bargaining positions are based on the LEADS in a Caring Environment leadership capabilities framework: Lead Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions, and System Transformation.

In addition to LEADS, all positions need to demonstrate compassion, patience, and professionalism in all interactions, consistently upholding a respectful and supportive environment for patients, clients, families, and colleagues. Proactively addresses concerns and responds to emerging needs with empathy and diligence, contributing to high-quality, patient/client centered care.

Interested? Apply Today!

To learn more, visit MyHorizonCareer.ca/management-business-professionals/

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.