Assistant Director Surgical Services

Overview

• Lead surgical services operations in a dynamic healthcare environment, ensuring optimal patient care and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to streamline workflows and enhance surgical outcomes.
• Drive compliance with regulatory standards and maintain survey readiness across perioperative services.
• Develop and mentor staff, fostering professional growth and team cohesion.
• Utilize data-driven strategies to improve operational KPIs and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure seamless coordination between surgical services and other hospital departments.
• Promote safety and quality standards in perioperative practices and infection prevention.
• Leverage expertise in cardiac and procedural workflows to optimize service delivery.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee daily operations of surgical services, including staffing and case scheduling.
• Implement strategies to optimize throughput and reduce delays or cancellations.
• Maintain compliance with perioperative standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute improvement plans to enhance surgical service performance.
• Collaborate with anesthesia, endoscopy, and cardiac teams for coordinated care delivery.
• Monitor and report operational metrics, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership in onboarding, coaching, and performance management of staff.
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention protocols and surgical safety practices.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; active RN license mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of perioperative RN experience; 5 years preferred.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in surgical services.
• Familiarity with cardiac and specialty procedural workflows highly valued.
• Certification in CNOR and ACLS preferred for enhanced qualification.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage operational challenges.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative standards and infection prevention practices.
• Experience in data-driven performance improvement initiatives.