Director of Perioperative Surgical Services

Company: Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital
Location: Irving
Posted on: January 2, 2026

Job Description:

Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas is hiring a Director of Perioperative Surgical Services to join our team! Welcome to Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Las Colinas, Irving, TX, where innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care converge to create an exceptional workplace! The Director of Perioperative Services is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of the surgical services department, including the operating room (OR), sterile processing department (SPD), pre-anesthesia testing (PAT), pre-operative area, post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), and scheduling. This leadership position focuses on enhancing patient safety, optimizing surgical outcomes, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality surgical services while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Strategic Leadership: • Develop and implement the strategic vision and goals for the surgical services department aligned with the overall organizational mission. • Collaborate with executive leadership to define priorities and drive initiatives that enhance the quality of surgical care. Operational Oversight: • Ensure the efficient and effective operation of all areas within surgical services, including the OR, SPD, PAT, pre-op, PACU, and scheduling. • Monitor workflows and processes to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency. Team Management: • Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team, including managers, nurses, surgical technicians, and ancillary staff. • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement among staff members. • Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development opportunities for team members. Quality Assurance and Patient Safety: • Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and accreditation requirements related to surgical services. • Develop, implement, and monitor quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes. • Analyze performance metrics and patient outcomes data to identify trends and develop action plans for improvement. Financial Management: • Develop and manage the surgical services budget/productivity, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource optimization. • Analyze financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and oversee procurement processes for surgical supplies and equipment. Scheduling and Resource Allocation: • Oversee the scheduling of surgical procedures, ensuring optimal utilization of OR resources and staff. • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to coordinate surgical schedules and availability. Regulatory Compliance: • Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, as well as accreditation standards. • Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes affecting surgical services. Stakeholder Engagement: • Serve as a liaison between surgical services and other departments, fostering collaboration and communication across the organization. • Engage with physicians and other stakeholders to gather feedback and address concerns related to surgical services. Education and Training: • Develop and implement ongoing education and training programs for surgical services staff to maintain competencies and improve care delivery. • Collaborate with academic institutions to support the clinical training of nursing and surgical technology students. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in surgical services management or perioperative nursing preferred, with a strong background in leadership roles. Licensure/Certification: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in TX; Certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR) preferred. Skills: • Exceptional leadership and management skills with the ability to drive change and foster a positive work environment. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with staff, physicians, and stakeholders. • Comprehensive understanding of surgical services operations, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement processes. What We Offer: As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes: · Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage · Life and AD&D coverage · Availability of short- and long-term disability · Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs · 401(k) and access to retirement planning · Paid holidays and vacation Who We Are: At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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