Director of Surgical Services - job 1 of 2

Overview

The Director of Surgical Services (OR) is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational oversight, and clinical excellence of all surgical services within the organization. Your responsibilities will include overseeing Ambulatory Surgery, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Robotic Surgery, and Cardiovascular Surgery. Your primary objective will be to enhance patient care quality and ensure the safety and efficiency of surgical interventions. This individual ensures the highest quality of patient care, compliance with regulatory standards, and the effective management of surgical personnel, resources, and workflows. The role encompasses both administrative and clinical functions, requiring collaboration with medical staff, hospital leadership, and external partners.  

Location: Shasta Regional Medical Center. Redding, CA 

Department: Surgical Services 

Position Type: Exempt, Full Time, Days 

Base Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $170,000.00 Annually 

Relocation Bonus: Yes 

  

Employee Benefits Package  

• Medical insurance (multiple plan options)
• Medical (multiple plan options), Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match  
• Life insurance (basic and supplemental)  
• Short-term/Long-term disability insurance  
• Paid time off (PTO) & Sick Leave 
• Career Development & Internal Promotion Opportunities 
• Tuition reimbursement & Continuing education opportunities  
• And more 

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clinical leadership for all surgical departments, including inpatient and outpatient operating rooms, pre-op and post-op care, sterile processing, and ancillary surgical services. 

• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance surgical services, increase efficiency, and support growth. 

• Oversee staffing, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure safe and effective surgical operations. 

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, CMS, OSHA). 

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to develop and monitor quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathways. 

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), patient outcomes, and staff performance to identify areas for improvement. 

• Lead and support staff recruitment, retention, training, and professional development. 

• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

• Serve as a liaison between surgical services and executive leadership, providing regular updates and recommendations. 

• Manage capital planning for surgical equipment and technology investments. 

• Promote patient-centered care and operational excellence throughout the surgical continuum. 

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

 

• Current, unrestricted and valid California state license as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)-(AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• 2 years of Supervisory/Management experience.
• 2 years of experience in Surgical Nursing
• Current PALS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current Certified Nurse OR (CNOR) (AORN) certificate(s) upon hire, preferred.
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.  

Why Join Shasta Regional Medical Center?  

Shasta Regional Medical Center is a 226-bed acute care facility serving Northern California. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services. Shasta Regional Medical Center is one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals recognized by Watson Health and holds an ‘A’ Grade from Leapfrog Group, the nation's premier advocate of transparency in health care. The hospital is Joint Commission Certified for Stroke, Hip/Knee and Diabetes. They are a Five Star recipient for treatment of heart failure, respiratory failure and is named among the top 5% in the nation for patient safety.  

 

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! 

Why Prime Healthcare? Shast Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. 

Shasta Regional Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options.  Benefits may vary based on employment status, i.e. full-time, part-time, per diem or temporary.  A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $130,000.00 to $170,000.00 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. 

Company is an equal opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf 

  

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