Director of Surgical Services - San Jose, CA (Full Time, Direct Hire)

Director of Surgical Services

Schedule: Days | Rotating Weekends

• Competitive Salary: $184,683 – $276,848 annually
• Incentive Bonus: Up to 17.5%
• Relocation Assistance Available (case-by-case basis)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Long-term leadership growth opportunities within a nationally recognized healthcare organization

Position Summary

The Director of Surgical Services will provide operational, clinical, financial, and strategic leadership for the Operating Room department. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Surgical Services, this leader will drive patient-centered surgical care, optimize departmental performance, and support continued growth of perioperative services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily Operating Room operations and staffing initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and patient safety standards
• Improve operational efficiency, quality outcomes, and patient throughput
• Oversee nursing practices, departmental policies, and standards of care
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across surgical teams

• Support growth initiatives and expansion of surgical services
• Partner with physicians and executive leadership on strategic planning
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and service enhancements

• Manage departmental budgets and operational expenses
• Monitor labor productivity and financial performance metrics
• Forecast staffing, equipment, and operational needs
• Identify cost-saving and efficiency improvement opportunities

• Mentor and develop leaders, nurses, and support staff
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and engagement
• Support recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) required
• Active RN License required
• Minimum 3 years of Surgical Services experience
• Minimum 1 year of recent Surgical Services leadership experience
• Strong OR Manager experience will be considered

• Master’s Degree
• Previous Director-level leadership experience

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.