Director of Surgical Services

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and direct the strategic direction for Surgical Services to align with the organization’s mission and goals.
  
• Oversee daily operations to ensure safe, effective, and efficient patient care.
  
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.
  
• Develop and manage operational and capital budgets to ensure fiscal accountability.
  
• Implement policies, procedures, and outcome measures to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
  
• Manage staffing levels based on patient needs, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
  
• Coordinate the acquisition and maintenance of equipment and instrumentation to support patient care activities.
  
• Investigate and resolve patient complaints with a commitment to timely and effective resolution.
  
• Actively participate in hospital committees and initiatives to promote organizational objectives.
  
• Provide leadership and development opportunities for staff, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
  
• Collaborate with physicians to integrate their input into service area planning and operations.
  
• Drive quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and departmental efficiency.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in surgical services management or a related leadership role in healthcare.
  
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, patient safety standards, and operational best practices.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively.
  
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care and clinical excellence.