Director Of Surgical Services

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title
 Director of Surgical Services
 
Facility
 Lake Chelan Health
 110 South Apple Blossom Drive
 Chelan, WA 98816
 
Position Type
 Full Time
 
Compensation
 
$38.00 to $72.00 per hour
 Position Overview 
The Director of Surgical Services at Lake Chelan Health (LCH) is responsible for leading and coordinating high-quality, safe, patient-centered care in Surgery and Perioperative Services. This role requires effective collaboration with patient care teams across the facility, aligning with LCH's mission and vision to support a positive healthcare experience for patients and their families.
 Key Responsibilities 
Patient Safety and Quality Care
 
 
Uphold patient safety and evidence-based practices within the perioperative environment.
 
Foster a culture of excellence and safety, continuously educating and managing clinical practices to align with best practices.
 
 
Operational and Financial Management
 
 
Participate in the development of annual operating and capital budgets, clearly defining service needs.
 
Monitor and analyze budget performance, adjusting as needed to meet financial goals.
 
Apply systems thinking to support the broader organizational strategy and promote continuous quality improvement.
 
 
Team Leadership and Development
 
 
Oversee caregiver recruitment, onboarding, development, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
 
Foster a supportive team environment, focusing on effective communication, team dynamics, and conflict management.
 
 
Professional Accountability
 
 
Commit to personal and professional growth while demonstrating ethical practices.
 
Collaborate with other LCH teams to ensure optimal, safe patient care.
 
 
Creating a Healing Environment
 
 
Maintain a calm, clean, and patient-focused atmosphere in the perioperative area.
 
Model professionalism, compassion, and respect, encouraging caregivers to do the same.
 
 Qualifications 
 
License: Registered Nurse licensed in Washington State.
 
Education: BSN required, or must enroll in an accredited program within one year of hire.
 
Certifications: Current Healthcare Provider CPR, ACLS, and PALS (or obtain within 3 months).
 
Experience: 
 
Minimum of four years in a perioperative setting, with at least two years as an OR circulating and/or scrub nurse.
 
CNOR certification (or obtain within 12 months).
 
Management or supervisory experience (two years preferred).
 
Experience in growing surgical volumes or managing OR construction projects is highly desirable.
 
 
 
 
Specialty: Management
 Sub-Specialty: Director of Surgical Services
 
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