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Director of Surgical Services

$117.83k - $180.38k

Texas Nursing Services

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Surgical Services – Denver, CO

Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Days | No Weekends
Salary: $117,832 – $180,377 annually (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: $20,000
Annual Incentive Bonus: Up to 17.5%
Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Overview

An established Level II Trauma Center in the Denver metro area is seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Services to lead a high-volume perioperative operation. This leadership role oversees the Main Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department, driving clinical excellence, operational performance, patient safety, physician engagement, and team development.

The department supports more than 1,000 surgical cases per month and includes advanced robotic surgery capabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven perioperative leader looking to make a significant impact within a complex surgical environment.

Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for Surgical Services and Sterile Processing.
  • Drive patient safety, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and accreditation readiness.
  • Lead staffing, workforce planning, productivity management, and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Develop and monitor departmental budgets, capital planning, and expense management.
  • Partner with physicians and executive leadership to optimize surgical services and patient throughput.
  • Implement evidence-based practices that improve quality, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
  • Ensure appropriate clinical competencies, education, and professional development for staff.
  • Monitor operational metrics and implement improvement initiatives to achieve organizational goals.
  • Support service line growth, new program development, and strategic planning efforts.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, transparency, and exceptional patient care.
QualificationsRequired
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Active Registered Nurse license
  • Minimum 1 year of recent Surgical Services leadership experience at the Director level or equivalent high-level management experience
  • Minimum 3 years of Surgical Services clinical experience
  • Strong background in perioperative operations, quality improvement, budgeting, and staff leadership
Preferred
  • Master's Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field
  • Experience leading multi-department perioperative operations
  • Trauma center experience
  • Robotic surgery program experience
Surgical Services Highlights
  • Level II Trauma Center
  • Oversight of Main OR (10 operating rooms) and Sterile Processing Department
  • Total facility surgical volume exceeding 1,000 cases monthly
  • Advanced robotics program featuring multiple robotic platforms
  • Direct leadership of OR and SPD management teams
  • Collaborative partnership with executive perioperative leadership
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Up to 17.5% annual performance incentive
  • $20,000 sign-on bonus
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition assistance up to $5,250 annually
  • Student loan assistance programs
  • Paid time off and paid family leave
  • Professional development and certification support
  • Disability and life insurance coverage
Ideal For

This opportunity is ideal for a Surgical Services Director, Perioperative Director, OR Director, or experienced Surgical Services Manager ready to lead a high-performing surgical department within a large acute-care environment focused on growth, innovation, and clinical excellence.

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