Director of Perioperative Services

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

Our clients are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Perioperative Services to lead their surgical team in delivering high-quality patient care.

This role involves managing the financial and clinical operations of their busy 13 OR unit, including 2 for open-heart surgeries and 1 hybrid room.

The Director will have 24 / 7 responsibility for the departments and will be crucial in driving operational excellence and compliance with regulatory standards.

Location : Fort Pierce, FL

Compensation : Mid : $134,659 Max : $161,574 (based on experience)

Schedule : Full-time, No Weekends

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role in an acute care setting required.
• Current RN license required.
• Certified Nursing Operating Room (CNOR) preferred.
• Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) preferred.
• Ideal Candidate :
• High energy and positive outlook.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff.
• Experienced in holding staff accountable and driving OR growth.
• Professional growth-oriented.

Key Responsibilities :

• Identify and resolve real / potential problems affecting surgical services.
• Participate in service, departmental, and hospital-wide committees.
• Enhance the customer experience in Surgical Services.
• Provide feedback and development plans for subordinates.
• Communicate effectively with staff about departmental, organizational, and industry information.
• Build strong relationships and networks to achieve organizational and department goals.
• Conduct employee and patient rounding, and mentor potential future leaders.
• Enforce standards of care for surgical services and ensure consistent compliance.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate a quality surgical services program.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and hospital policies.
• Oversee a Performance Improvement program that evaluates critical aspects of care.
• Manage department operations to ensure delivery of quality services.
• Support new program strategies and enhancements to expand patient services.
• Prioritize and defend capital equipment requests.
• Ensure proper utilization of financial resources.
Facility Details :
• 380 beds
• 380 beds
• 13 ORs, including 2 for open-heart surgeries and 1 hybrid room
• Level 2 trauma center progressing towards Level 1
• Metrics show high performance, with a strong engagement score in OR PACU
• About 30-35 cases daily, with a heavy focus on ortho and trauma

Join their team and make a significant impact on surgical services in Fort Pierce, FL. Apply today to bring your leadership and expertise to their dedicated team!