Director of Surgical Services

Community Health Systems•Gadsden, AL

About The Position

Gadsden Regional Medical Center has an exciting Director of Surgical Services position available. This opportunity is Sign-on and Relocation Bonus eligible. Benefits include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more. We know it’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.Job Summary The Director, Surgical Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the surgical services department, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. This role is responsible for departmental planning, regulatory compliance, financial management, and fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams. The Director promotes a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement to optimize surgical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred
3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees daily operations of the Surgical Services department, ensuring effective scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation to support safe and efficient patient care.
Leads quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, surgical outcomes, and operational performance.
Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate surgical schedules, optimize patient flow, and facilitate interdisciplinary communication.
Recruits, hires, and retains highly qualified surgical services staff, providing mentorship, fostering professional development, and promoting continuing education opportunities.
Monitors and evaluates patient care processes and outcomes, addressing patient concerns and implementing strategies to improve satisfaction and experience.
Drives initiatives to create and sustain a positive work culture, achieving employee satisfaction and retention goals through effective leadership and management practices.
Responds to and resolves patient care issues, complaints, and incidents, conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
Maintains current knowledge of industry trends, clinical best practices, and emerging technologies, ensuring the department remains competitive and compliant with evolving standards.
Establishes and monitors key performance metrics, using data-driven insights to identify opportunities for improvement and to measure departmental success.
Collaborates with Supply Chain and Procurement teams to manage inventory, surgical instruments, and equipment, ensuring availability and proper utilization.
Participates in strategic planning and organizational initiatives to expand surgical services and enhance the facility’s market position.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.