Director of Surgical Services

Job Title: Director of Surgical Services

Location: Loxahatchee, FL

Shift: Full-Time, Variable Shifts (12-Hour Shifts), 3 Shifts Per Week (36 Hours Total)

Salary Range: $47.08 - $70.62 per hour, based on experience

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Director of Surgical Services to lead and manage the perioperative team, ensuring safe patient care and effective operational management. The Director will have 24/7 responsibility for the surgical services department, focusing on enhancing the patient experience, maintaining operational excellence, and driving staff engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and resolve real and potential problems affecting surgical services, implementing solutions with clear communication and follow-through
• Participate in hospital-wide and departmental committees, ensuring ongoing communication with represented teams
• Advance the customer experience by consistently improving surgical services processes and outcomes
• Provide coaching and feedback to subordinates, facilitating individual development plans and documenting performance
• Adhere to Human Resources policies and procedures while managing staff effectively
• Communicate industry trends and organizational updates to staff, fostering a transparent and informed environment
• Facilitate evidence-based employee engagement practices to improve staff morale and retention
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, physicians, and hospital leadership to achieve departmental goals
• Participate in employee and patient rounding, mentoring potential future leaders within the department
• Enforce standards of care and ensure consistent compliance with regulatory requirements
• Develop, implement, and evaluate an ongoing surgical services program that aligns with the hospitals mission and delivers quality patient care

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Nursing (required)
• Masters degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field (preferred)
• 3+ years of leadership experience in surgical services or a related field (preferred)
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Florida (required)
• Certified Nursing Operating Room (CNOR) certification (preferred)
• Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) certification (preferred)
• Deep knowledge of operating room (OR) procedures and surgical services best practices
• Minimum 2+ years of experience managing a surgical services department with 5 or more ORs
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate with staff, physicians, and hospital leadership
• Experience working with performance metrics and knowledge of Kronos scheduling software is desired

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced surgical services leader to drive operational excellence, foster a positive work environment, and deliver top-notch patient care. If youre ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!