Location: Elmhurst, IL, United States Duration: Contract - 14 Weeks
Job Summary
A leading healthcare services organization is seeking an experienced Regional Director of Operations to oversee and drive performance across multiple operational functions, including Sterile Processing, Transportation, and Facilities.
This role is responsible for delivering strategic leadership, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency across all regional sites while aligning with organizational growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Leadership & Strategy
Provide leadership oversight across Sterile Processing, Transportation, and Facilities operations
Lead and develop site-level Directors, Managers, and Coordinators across multiple disciplines
Establish regional priorities, performance goals, and standardized operating procedures
Align site operations with organizational strategy and regional growth initiatives
Drive cross-functional integration to ensure seamless execution
Operations & Compliance Oversight
Ensure adherence to AAMI, CDC, CMS, DOT, OSHA, and accreditation standards across all sites
Oversee audit readiness, inspections, and regulatory compliance
Standardize workflows, documentation, and operational processes
Monitor performance trends and proactively address operational risks
Leadership Development & Talent Management
Mentor and coach site-level leadership teams
Build leadership pipelines and succession plans in collaboration with HR
Drive performance management and accountability frameworks
Support hiring and onboarding for key leadership roles
Quality, Throughput & Continuous Improvement
Own regional performance metrics including quality, turnaround time, and service reliability
Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Identify and scale best practices across sites
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and outcomes
Cross-Functional & Partner Collaboration
Serve as the regional operational leader in collaboration with clinical partners and health systems
Align operations with customer expectations and service-level commitments
Partner with internal teams across Operations, Logistics, and Facilities
Represent the region in executive-level discussions, planning, and growth initiatives
Required Skills
Strong knowledge of regulatory standards across healthcare operations and transportation environments
Proven ability to develop leaders and drive team performance
Experience managing operations in high-growth or multi-site environments
Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities
Education & Experience
Certification in Sterile Processing (CRCST or equivalent strongly preferred)
10+ years of operational experience, including 5+ years in multi-site leadership roles
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.