Director, Perioperative Services

Job Summary:
The Director of Perioperative Services is responsible for the strategic, operational, and financial management of surgical services, including the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Pre-Op, and the Sterile Processing Department (SPD). This role ensures high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, efficiency in surgical operations, and fosters collaboration with physicians, staff, and hospital leadership to drive excellence in perioperative services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Operations Management:

  • Provide leadership and oversight for all perioperative services, including OR, PACU, Pre-Op, and SPD.

  • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency, patient safety, and quality outcomes.

  • Coordinate perioperative services with other hospital departments for seamless patient care.

  • Lead initiatives to optimize OR utilization, case scheduling, and turnover times while maintaining high-quality care.

• Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Oversight:

  • Ensure compliance with sterilization, decontamination, and infection prevention standards (CDPH, Joint Commission, CMS guidelines).

  • Oversee instrument and equipment reprocessing, ensuring availability for surgical cases.

  • Implement best practices for SPD workflow, inventory management, and staff training to maintain operational efficiency.

• Financial & Budgetary Management:

  • Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for perioperative services and SPD.

  • Identify opportunities for cost containment and revenue growth while ensuring quality care.

  • Oversee surgical supply chain management, equipment procurement, and vendor negotiations.

• Quality, Safety & Compliance:

  • Ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards (CDPH, Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA, etc.).

  • Drive quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, infection control, and surgical outcomes.

  • Monitor clinical performance metrics, patient satisfaction scores, and efficiency benchmarks, implementing corrective actions as needed.

• Staff Development & Engagement:

  • Recruit, train, and mentor nursing, SPD, and surgical staff to ensure high performance and job satisfaction.

  • Foster a collaborative and accountable work culture that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

  • Develop and oversee continuing education and competency programs for perioperative and SPD staff.

• Collaboration & Physician Relations:

  • Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing leadership to enhance surgical services and improve patient outcomes.

  • Address physician concerns and facilitate OR efficiency, block scheduling, and case volume growth.

  • Act as a liaison between administration and surgical teams to align operational goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree (MSN, MHA, MBA) preferred.

• Minimum of 2-3 years of progressive leadership experience in perioperative services, including sterile processing.

• Strong knowledge of surgical operations, sterilization processes, and regulatory requirements.

• Current RN license required.

• Expertise in perioperative workflows, surgical case management, and SPD operations.

• Knowledge of Epic, Cerner, or other OR scheduling and documentation systems.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with physicians, staff, and hospital leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CNOR (Certified Perioperative Nurse) or CSSM (Certified Surgical Services Manager) preferred.

• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) certification for sterile processing oversight preferred.

Certifications:

• CNOR or CSSM certification preferred.

• CRCST or CHL certification for sterile processing oversight preferred.

Education: Bachelors Degree