Director of Perioperative Services

Director of Perioperative Services

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced leader to oversee and advance perioperative operations across multiple surgical service areas. This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and quality improvement initiatives across operating room (OR), Same Day Surgery (SDS), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Endoscopy, Pre-Admission Testing (PAT), and Sterile Processing departments. The Director will collaborate closely with physicians, clinical teams, and administrative leadership to optimize surgical services, enhance patient outcomes, and drive operational efficiency.

Job Type: Full Time Days (weekends and holidays as needed, On call required)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance perioperative services, improve operational performance, and support organizational growth.

• Oversee daily operations of surgical services departments including OR, SDS, PACU, Endoscopy, PAT, and Sterile Processing.

• Manage staffing models, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure operational efficiency and financial accountability.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards including DOH, JCAHO, AORN, and APSAN.

• Foster a collaborative environment by partnering with surgeons, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to improve workflows and patient care delivery.

• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, staff engagement, and professional development.

• Guide teams through organizational change while maintaining operational stability and strong communication across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Nursing required.

• Masters degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field required.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

• CNOR certification preferred or required within six months.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience in perioperative services.

• Minimum of 2 years of healthcare administrative leadership experience with increasing responsibility.

• Demonstrated experience in staffing management, budgeting, and financial oversight.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite applications.

Compensation

Starting salary: $171,891+ annually, with a competitive benefits package.