Director of Surgical Services DSSLN

Job Title: Director of Surgical Services
Location: Anchorage AK
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Schedule:

• Shift: Day Shift
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Weekend Requirement: None

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Services to lead and oversee surgical operations within a high-volume acute care environment. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality patient-centered care through effective management of clinical operations staffing budgeting and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will drive excellence in patient outcomes operational efficiency and team performance.

Responsibilities:

Clinical & Quality Oversight:

• Ensure delivery of safe high-quality patient care across surgical services
• Implement evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
• Maintain compliance with regulatory legal and accreditation standards
• Optimize patient throughput and care coordination

Leadership & Operations:

• Oversee daily operations staffing and workforce planning
• Lead mentor and develop leadership team and staff
• Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement
• Develop and implement policies and procedures

Patient Experience & Service Excellence:

• Drive initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and service quality
• Promote a patient-centered culture across all service lines

Strategic Growth & Program Development:

• Identify opportunities for service line expansion and operational growth
• Collaborate with executive leadership and physicians to enhance programs

Financial Management:

• Manage departmental budgets forecasting and financial performance
• Monitor labor productivity and control operating expenses
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality care

Operational Overview:

• Reports to: VP of Operations
• Direct Reports: 4 Managers
• Team Size: Approximately 125150 FTEs
• Facilities:
  • 11 Operating Rooms
  • 2 Endoscopy Suites
• Case Volume: 400 cases per month
• Service Lines Include: General Surgery Bariatrics Colorectal Heart & Vascular Orthopedics & Spine Urology

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) required
• Minimum 3 years of acute care Surgical Services experience
• Minimum 1 year of Director-level experience in Surgical Services
• Strong leadership operational and strategic planning skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree (MSN MHA or related field)
• Experience managing large teams in a high-volume surgical environment
• Proven success in quality improvement and operational efficiency initiatives

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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.