Director of Perioperative Services

Job Description

Northwest Medical Center, located in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a full time Nursing Director of Perioperative Services.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Compensation – Salary and benefits package designed to reward your expertise, leadership, and contributions.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options to support you and your family.
• Future Security – 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Professional development, leadership training, and advancement opportunities across our organization.
• Recognition & Reward Programs – We celebrate employee achievements and contributions to our success.

• Exclusive Employee Discounts & Perks – Access to special savings and benefits designed for our team members.

  Job Summary
  
  The Director, Perioperative Services provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within the perioperative department. This role is responsible for managing daily operations, staff development, resource allocation, and compliance with regulatory standards. The Director collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to optimize surgical outcomes, drive departmental efficiency, and align services with organizational goals.
  
  Essential Functions

• Manages daily operations of the perioperative departments, including scheduling, staffing, resource allocation, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Develops and implements departmental goals, objectives, and policies in alignment with the organization’s strategic vision.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate surgical schedules and improve interdisciplinary communication and workflow.
• Recruits, trains, and mentors perioperative staff, promoting professional development and fostering a culture of excellence and engagement.
• Oversees and evaluates patient care processes, satisfaction metrics, and outcomes, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Creates and maintains a positive work environment, ensuring alignment with organizational values, employee engagement, and retention goals.
• Develops and enforces policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with industry standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management
  • Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
  • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  • Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
  • Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
  • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
  • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Staff Responsibilities
  • May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
• Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• Master's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools. 

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• CNOR - Certified Operating Room Nurse preferred or
• CPAN - Certified Postanesthesia Nurse preferred or
• Clinical Area of Specialty Certification Certified Surgical Services Manager preferred

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