Director of Surgical Services (RN) – Montana

Salary: $125,000 – $165,000
Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 (reimbursed with receipts, taxable)
Sign-On Bonus: Negotiable

I am partnering with a respected 150-bed acute care hospital in Montana to identify an experienced Director of Surgical Services. This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven perioperative leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, developing high-performing teams, and driving operational excellence across Surgical Services.

This leadership role offers the chance to make a significant impact within a growing organization while enjoying the quality of life and outdoor lifestyle Montana is known for.

Position Overview

The Director of Surgical Services is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational performance of the department. This individual will oversee clinical operations, staff development, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, financial management, and patient experience while ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership and direction for Surgical Services operations
• Developing and implementing departmental goals, objectives, and performance standards
• Ensuring excellence in patient care delivery and clinical outcomes
• Managing staffing, recruitment, retention, employee development, and performance evaluations
• Overseeing departmental budgets and ensuring responsible fiscal management
• Monitoring quality metrics, patient satisfaction, and service performance
• Leading regulatory readiness efforts and coordinating internal and external audits
• Collaborating with physicians, hospital leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve operational effectiveness and patient outcomes
• Driving continuous process improvement initiatives throughout the department

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• BLS certification required upon hire
• ACLS and PALS certifications required within six months of hire
• Minimum of five years of Surgical Services nursing experience
• Previous Director-level leadership experience within Surgical Services required

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a collaborative and visible leader with strong perioperative expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a track record of building engaged teams and improving department performance. This individual will be comfortable balancing strategic leadership with day-to-day operational oversight in a fast-paced acute care environment.

If you are an experienced Surgical Services leader looking for a rewarding opportunity with strong compensation, relocation assistance, and executive-level visibility, I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.