Director of Surgical Services
About The Position
Cleveland Area Hospital is seeking a Director of Surgical Services to lead the planning, development, and launch of its new surgery department as part of a 68,000-square-foot replacement hospital. The role offers the opportunity to build a surgical program from the ground up, shaping department design, workflows, equipment and supply selection, staffing, policies, and operational readiness. As a member of the hospital leadership team, the Director will work closely with the CEO, CNO, construction manager, architects, physicians, and department leaders to create a surgical environment that supports high-quality patient care, safety, and long-term growth. The position calls for an experienced healthcare leader with clinical knowledge, project leadership ability, and the initiative to work independently and develop creative solutions.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Three to five years of leadership experience in surgical services or operating room management.
- Five to eight years of experience in healthcare operations, clinical practice, Med-Surg, perioperative services, or a related area.
- Strong knowledge of surgical operations, equipment, supplies, and workflow planning.
- Proven ability to collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers while supporting their clinical and operational needs.
- Highly motivated and organized, with the ability to lead projects with minimal direction.
Nice To Haves
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred, but not required.
- Background in surgical services, operating room nursing with at least four years of direct OR experience, registered nursing with pre-operative and post-operative care experience, or surgical support with six or more years of experience supporting surgical services and operations.
Responsibilities
- Plan and develop the new surgery department.
- Design efficient workflows for patients, staff, and physicians.
- Identify and select equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Develop policies, procedures, and operational standards.
- Ensure compliance with CMS regulations, accreditation standards, and patient safety requirements.
- Build strong working relationships with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and hospital leadership.
- Recruit, onboard, and develop future perioperative staff.
- Advocate for surgeons and procedural teams so they have the tools, equipment, and support needed to provide exceptional patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
