Director Surgical Servies (RN)

Surgical Services Director

Lake Havasu City, AZ is a vibrant community offering a fantastic quality of life with its beautiful lake, outdoor recreational activities, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It's an ideal place for those who enjoy a balance of work and leisure in a picturesque setting.

Full Time

Schedule: Exempt, Days, Monday-Friday (available for staff when needed)

Our high-performing surgical team prioritizes patient safety through mutual trust and a deeply rooted culture of psychological safety. As Director, you will lead a collaborative, supportive clinical team in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Leadership Scope: 114 FTEs

Surgical Volume: 9,000 annual surgical cases | 2,000 annual endoscopic procedures

Capacity: 10 active Operating Rooms

Units: Main OR, Havasu Ambulatory Surgery Center, PreOp, PACU, Preadmission Testing, Anesthesia Services, and CSPD.

Specialties: Orthopedics, urology, OB/GYN, general surgery, plastics, ENT, neurosurgery, and podiatry.

Multidisciplinary Staff: Surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and sterile processing technicians.

A Surgical Services Director who excels in this role:

• Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
• Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.