Director of Surgical Services

The Director of Surgical Services is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational management of surgical services, including the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Sterile Processing Department. This leadership role is ideal for a strong perioperative nurse leader with experience overseeing OR, PACU, and sterile processing operations in a hospital setting.

Director of Surgical Services – Grants, NM
Medical Edge Recruitment is seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Services for a Critical Access Hospital in Grants, New Mexico. This leadership role is ideal for a strong perioperative nurse leader with experience overseeing OR, PACU, and sterile processing operations in a hospital setting.
Salary
$133,000 - $183,821 annually
Position Summary
The Director of Surgical Services is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational management of surgical services, including the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Sterile Processing Department. This role ensures high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care while maintaining regulatory compliance and optimizing departmental performance.
Responsibilities

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  Oversee daily operations of the OR, PACU, and sterile processing
  
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  Provide leadership in staffing, recruitment, onboarding, and staff development
  
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  Ensure safe, efficient, and compliant surgical workflows
  
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  Manage surgical scheduling, block time, and resource utilization
  
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  Oversee surgical supply chain, inventory control, and cost management
  
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  Develop and manage departmental budgets and capital planning
  
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  Maintain strong relationships with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and hospital leadership
  
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  Lead quality improvement, patient safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance initiatives
  
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  Ensure readiness for emergency and trauma surgical cases
  
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  Collaborate with Chief Nursing Officer and executive leadership on operational goals
  

Qualifications

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  Current RN license in New Mexico or Compact State license
  
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  BLS and ACLS required; PALS and CNOR preferred
  
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  Minimum 3–5 years of recent OR experience (scrubbing and circulating required)
  
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  Prior leadership or management experience in perioperative or surgical services required
  
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  Strong knowledge of sterile processing standards and surgical supply management
  
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  Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  

Apply today to learn more about this leadership opportunity in Grants, New Mexico.