Director of Surgical Suites

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lead Surgical Excellence. Inspire Teams. Transform Patient Care. At Baystate Health, we know exceptional surgical care begins with exceptional leadership. We're seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Surgical Suites to lead one of the region's largest and most complex perioperative environments in Springfield, MA. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Surgical Services, this executive leadership role provides strategic and operational oversight for the Baystate Medical Center Inpatient Operating Rooms and Chestnut Surgery Center, leading Operating Room Nursing and Anesthesia Technician teams while partnering closely with physician leaders, executive leadership, and multidisciplinary teams across Baystate Health. If you're a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment, embraces innovation, and is passionate about building high-performing teams while delivering outstanding patient outcomes, we'd love to meet you.

Requirements

• Masters degree, required
• Licensed RN in MA
• BLS CPR through American Heart Association
• Certified Nurse Operating Room- Competency & Credentialing Institute
• 3 years of experience in Surgical Services, preferably Operating Room nursing required
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Extensive knowledge of perioperative operations and Operating Room workflows
• Expertise in Lean methodology, process improvement, and operational excellence
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and performance metrics
• Experience with vendor management, contract negotiations, and capital planning
• Ability to lead organizational change and complex projects
• Strong business planning and strategic leadership skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of experience in a leadership role, preferred
• Experience working in a large, high-volume operating room environment strongly preferred
• Experience leading multidisciplinary surgical teams
• Experience with Cerner and Microsoft Office applications preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall operations of Operating Room Nursing and Anesthesia Technician services for Baystate Medical Center and Chestnut Surgery Center.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, physician partners, and leaders across Baystate Health to advance system-wide perioperative initiatives.
• Develop long-term strategic plans that support growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Forecast future service needs, emerging technologies, and resource requirements to support expanding surgical volumes.
• Ensure efficient management of staffing, scheduling, equipment, and surgical resources.
• Oversee departmental budgets while maximizing operational efficiency and financial performance.
• Implement Lean principles and evidence-based process improvement initiatives to optimize workflow and patient throughput.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement using AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice.
• Promote a culture where safety, quality, and exceptional patient experiences are the foundation of every decision.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with surgeons, anesthesia teams, nursing leaders, office managers, and scheduling coordinators to optimize surgical workflow and daily operations.
• Serve as a system-wide leader for conflict resolution and Culture of Safety initiatives.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop managers, supervisors, nurses, and technical staff.
• Foster employee engagement, professional growth, accountability, and collaboration.
• Support talent acquisition, succession planning, performance management, and leadership development.
• Build an inclusive environment where teamwork, innovation, and respect flourish.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards, including: The Joint Commission (TJC), Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), OSHA, and Other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Oversee development, implementation, and communication of perioperative policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with physician leadership, executive teams, vendors, and interdisciplinary departments to advance surgical services.
• Support facility expansion, renovation projects, equipment planning, and capital initiatives.
• Participate in value analysis and vendor negotiations to ensure high-value care and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect to start somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $158,371.00 - $182,041.00 - $215,342.00

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive