Director of Surgical Services
Director of Surgical Services
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$ 83500 - 112000
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Job Description
Director of Surgical Services
Location: Mayfield KY
Schedule: Full-Time Onsite Leadership Role
Salary Range: $83500 - $112000 (commensurate with experience)
Relocation Assistance: Up to $7500
Signing Bonus: None
About the Role
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a regional medical center in Mayfield Kentucky to identify a forward-thinking Director of Surgical Services. This role is ideal for an experienced clinical leader with a strong background in perioperative nursing OR operations and team development. If you are ready to step into an executive-level position and lead a multi-disciplinary surgical team we encourage you to apply but only if you meet the must-haves below.
This opportunity offers a chance to guide the strategic direction of a high-functioning department and work with executive leadership on major service line improvements across the OR PACU Central Sterile and Pre-op areas.
Must-Haves (Non-Negotiable)
Active RN license in the state of Kentucky (or compact license eligible)
Bachelors degree in nursing Healthcare Administration or a related field OR sufficient leadership experience in lieu of degree
Minimum of 3 years of progressive surgical leadership experience (manager-level or above)
Strong working knowledge of perioperative best practices budgeting compliance standards (CMS The Joint Commission etc.) and infection control protocols
Proven experience with clinical team building performance management and staffing strategies
Preferred (Ideal Candidates Will Also Have):
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Masters degree (MSN MHA MBA or similar)
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CNOR or NE-BC/NEA-BC certification
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Strong background in change management surgical scheduling optimization or case mix growth
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Experience with credentialing and privileging processes
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Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma practices in perioperative environments
What Youll Lead and Oversee
Strategic Oversight of Surgical Services:
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Lead all operations across the Operating Rooms Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Central Sterile Processing Pre-Admission Testing and Same-Day Surgery.
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Collaborate with the CNO CMO and OR Medical Director to ensure clinical performance aligns with system-level goals.
Leadership & Personnel Management:
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Oversee hiring training scheduling and performance evaluations for RNs surgical techs sterile processing staff and support personnel.
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Foster a positive accountable culture focused on safety outcomes and staff retention.
Quality & Compliance:
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Ensure all surgical services operate in full compliance with The Joint Commission CMS and AORN standards.
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Champion initiatives for OR efficiency infection prevention instrument sterilization and patient experience.
Fiscal Stewardship & Resource Allocation:
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Prepare and manage departmental budgets aligning financial performance with operational needs.
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Approve capital equipment requests inventory controls and cost-reduction measures without compromising care quality.
Interdepartmental Collaboration:
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Actively contribute to OR block scheduling throughput initiatives and case volume growth in partnership with anesthesia radiology and inpatient units.
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Represent surgical services in senior leadership meetings and system-wide quality reviews.
Why This Hospital
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Tight-knit leadership team with a patient-first staff-always approach
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The OR suite includes 5 surgical beds with ongoing investment in technology and infrastructure
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Located in Mayfield KY a friendly affordable town known for its natural beauty and small-town charm
This Role Is NOT For:
New graduates or early-career nurses
Applicants without perioperative or hospital leadership experience
Candidates looking for a remote or hybrid leadership role
Those uncomfortable with fiscal responsibility or managing cross-functional teams
Next Step
If youre ready to own the direction of a surgical department and partner with executive leadership to drive outcomes not just operations apply today through HireNow Staffing.
About the Role
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a regional medical center in Mayfield Kentucky to identify a forward-thinking Director of Surgical Services.
Must-Haves (Non-Negotiable)
Active RN license in the state of Kentucky (or compact license eligible)
Bachelors degree in nursing Healthcare Administration or a related field OR sufficient leadership experience in lieu of degree
Minimum of 3 years of progressive surgical leadership experience (manager-level or above)
Strong working knowledge of perioperative best practices budgeting compliance standards (CMS The Joint Commission etc.) and infection control protocols
Proven experience with clinical team building performance management and staffing strategies
Preferred (Ideal Candidates Will Also Have):
- Masters degree (MSN MHA MBA or similar)
- CNOR or NE-BC/NEA-BC certification
- Strong background in change management surgical scheduling optimization or case mix growth
- Experience with credentialing and privileging processes
- Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma practices in perioperative environments
Employment Type
Full Time
