Director of Surgical Services

Job Title: Director of Surgical Services

Location: El Paso, TX

Shift: Full-time, Variable Shifts (No Weekends)

Salary: $100,422 - $125,548 annually

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Surgical Services to lead and manage the perioperative team at a full-service, acute-care hospital in El Paso. The Director will have 24/7 responsibility for surgical services and will focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care while effectively managing the operations of the surgical department. This role requires a strong leader who can develop and implement strategies to improve patient care, engage staff, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the perioperative team to deliver safe and effective patient care across surgical services
• Identify and resolve potential issues affecting surgical services, implementing solutions with clear communication and follow-through
• Actively participate in hospital-wide committees, representing surgical services and maintaining ongoing communication
• Drive a positive customer experience within surgical services, ensuring patient satisfaction
• Provide coaching and feedback to staff, supporting individual development and documenting job performance
• Build strong relationships with staff and stakeholders to achieve organizational and departmental goals
• Monitor compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and patient safety guidelines
• Oversee the surgical services program, ensuring continuous quality improvement and consistent compliance with standards of care
• Implement and evaluate a Performance Improvement (PI) program to monitor and assess critical aspects of care
• Participate in employee and patient rounding, mentoring future leaders and fostering employee engagement

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
• Master's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in surgical services or a related field preferred
• Current registered professional nurse license in the state of Texas
• Certified Nursing Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred
• Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) certification preferred

Benefits:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance with access to no-cost and low-cost degrees and certificates
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on Day 1

If you are an experienced leader in surgical services with a passion for patient care and team development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.