Manager of Surgical Services

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced healthcare leader to oversee Surgical Services within a high-performing Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This role is responsible for leading daily department operations, supporting clinical excellence, driving operational efficiency, and developing a strong, engaged surgical services team.

Working closely with physicians, clinical leadership, and operations leadership, the Manager of Surgical Services will ensure exceptional patient care, regulatory compliance, effective staffing, and a positive workplace culture.

This position is ideal for a leader who enjoys building teams, improving processes, and creating an exceptional experience for both patients and providers.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Provide leadership and oversight for Surgical Services staff and daily department operations.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, onboarding, performance evaluations, and employee development.
• Partner with physicians and leadership to optimize OR utilization, patient flow, and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, patient safety, and service excellence.
• Serve as a key liaison between clinical staff, providers, and organizational leadership.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and infection prevention efforts.
• Participate in incident review, patient grievance follow-up, and performance improvement activities.
• Maintain department policies and procedures in alignment with current standards and best practices.

Resource Management

• Monitor departmental resources, supplies, and equipment needs.
• Partner with operations and procurement teams to support inventory management and cost-effective purchasing practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, workflows, and overall department performance.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Vermont.
• 3+ years of perioperative, surgical services, or ASC experience.
• Prior leadership experience in a surgical or ambulatory surgery setting required.
• CNOR certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, infection prevention, and quality improvement principles.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and build strong physician and staff relationships.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a talented and collaborative surgical team.
• Make a direct impact on patient outcomes and operational performance.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Annual Employee Profit Share Bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO and paid sick time.
• Continuing education and certification reimbursement.
• No nights, weekends, or call responsibilities.
• Free parking.