Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Director CORDJM
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Job Location:
Asheville, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Director
Location: Asheville NC 28801
Schedule: Full-Time Days
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Facility
A hospital in Western North Carolina is seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) Director to lead its cardiovascular surgical services.
The organization is recognized for advanced cardiac and vascular care including open-heart surgery and complex cardiovascular procedures. As a regional referral center the hospital provides high-acuity services supported by cutting-edge technology and a collaborative physician partnership model.
Position Summary
The CVOR Director provides strategic operational and clinical leadership for the Cardiovascular Operating Room. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality patient-centered care through oversight of department operations staffing financial management regulatory compliance and service line growth.
The Director fosters a culture of accountability collaboration and excellence while aligning departmental performance with organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Clinical & Quality Leadership
Promote evidence-based practice to improve patient safety and surgical outcomes.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory accreditation and infection prevention standards.
Oversee quality improvement initiatives and monitor key performance indicators.
Standardize clinical workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce variation.
Operational Oversight
Direct daily CVOR operations including scheduling case flow and resource allocation.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels based on volume and acuity.
Optimize surgical throughput and on-time case starts.
Oversee equipment readiness maintenance and capital planning.
Financial Management
Develop and manage departmental budgets (labor supplies capital).
Monitor productivity premium pay and resource utilization.
Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
People Leadership
Lead mentor and develop managers and clinical staff.
Drive recruitment retention and succession planning strategies.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching to enhance team performance.
Promote interdisciplinary collaboration between surgeons anesthesia perfusion and nursing teams.
Strategic Growth
Partner with executive leadership and cardiovascular physicians to expand CVOR services.
Evaluate emerging technologies and procedural advancements.
Support service line growth initiatives to increase surgical volume and market presence.
Department Scope (Typical CVOR Environment)
Dedicated Cardiovascular OR suites
Open-heart and structural heart procedures
Vascular and thoracic surgical services
High-acuity fast-paced surgical environment
Collaboration with perfusion anesthesia and cardiac surgery teams
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree in Nursing (Required)
Masters Degree in Nursing Healthcare Administration or related field (Preferred)
Experience
Minimum 35 years of progressive leadership experience in acute care surgical services
Prior CVOR leadership experience required
Experience managing high-acuity cardiovascular surgical programs preferred
Licensure & Certifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (North Carolina or compact state)
BLS required
ACLS preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive executive-level salary based on experience.
Comprehensive benefits package may include:
Medical dental and vision coverage
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement and leadership development programs
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Annual incentive bonus eligibility (if applicable)
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About Navitas Healthcare LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.
Required Experience:
Director
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