Director of Surgical Services will consider Strong Manager from Large OR

Job Title: Director of Surgical Services

Location: Kansas City, MO

Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

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Position Overview:

The Director of Surgical Services leads perioperative operations across Pre-Op, PACU, Operating Rooms, and Sterile Processing. Reporting directly to the COO, this role oversees three department managers and a surgical team of 90–100 clinical professionals. You’ll be responsible for clinical outcomes, volume management, operational strategy, patient experience, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality & Patient Safety

• Drive evidence-based practices to improve safety and outcomes
• Monitor quality metrics, throughput, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure clinical standards and nursing competencies align with best practices

Operational Oversight

• Manage staffing, scheduling, labor costs, and productivity
• Lead OR efficiency, equipment readiness, and volume forecasting
• Support expansion of service lines and technology integration

Leadership & Team Development

• Coach and mentor department managers and charge nurses
• Build a culture of engagement, collaboration, and accountability
• Partner with physicians, anesthesia, and executive leadership to enhance performance

Financial Management

• Participate in budget planning and manage department-level finances
• Identify cost containment and performance improvement opportunities

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a Director of Surgical Services OR
• Strong Manager of Surgical Services background in a large acute-care facility
• Bachelor's degree required (BSN preferred)
• Master's degree preferred

Additional Details:

• You’ll manage 3 managers (SPD, OR, Pre-Op/PACU) and lead a total team of 90–100
• Strong support from executive leadership
• OR volumes currently 400–600/month with opportunity for significant growth

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