Program Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services

LHH; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Richmond Hill seeks a visionary Program Director for Surgical and Perioperative Services. This role involves strategic leadership, operational planning, and collaboration with clinical leaders to enhance patient care and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of perioperative nursing experience.
• 5+ years in healthcare management, ideally at the Director level.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and operational execution across surgical services.
• Champion clinical excellence and patient-centered care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change Management

Financial Acumen

Education

Master’s degree in Health or Business Management

Perioperative Nursing Certificate

Job description

Program Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services

Program Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Partner @ LHH Knightsbridge | Recruitment, Talent and Leadership - Not for Profit and Public Sector

Position Title: Program Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services

Reports to: Associate Vice President

Location: Richmond Hill and Vaughan

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Acute Care Clinical Transformation and Growth, the Program Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services is responsible for all activities related to the administrative and patient care functions within the designated portfolio, including patient care delivery, operational planning, HR development, financial management, quality management and education and research. The Program Director will work in collaboration with clinical and program leaders to ensure activities and programs are consistent with Mackenzie Health’s strategic goals and objectives, and that efficient and effective administrative and clinical practices are provided.

The Organization

Mackenzie Health offers you the opportunity to:

• Be part of a transformative healthcare organization recognized for innovation and excellence.
• Lead a high-impact portfolio with the autonomy to shape strategy and outcomes.
• Collaborate with top-tier professionals in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.

The Role

Mackenzie Health is seeking a visionary and dynamic Program Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services to lead one of the most critical portfolios in our acute care transformation journey. This is your opportunity to shape the future of surgical care in a high-performing, patient-centered environment.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Acute Care Clinical Transformation and Growth, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of surgical and perioperative services. You’ll work alongside a passionate team of clinical leaders, physicians, and stakeholders to deliver excellence in patient care, innovation, and system integration.

Primary Responsibilities

• Champion clinical excellence and patient-centered care through continuous quality improvement.
• Lead strategic planning, program development, and operational execution across surgical and perioperative services.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align practice standards and drive system-wide integration.
• Provide inspirational leadership to interdisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of inquiry, accountability, and innovation.
• Partner with physicians to develop and implement evidence-based policies and procedures.
• Navigate the evolving healthcare landscape, including Ontario Health dynamics and broader economic and political factors.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• A Master’s degree in Health or Business Management and registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Perioperative Nursing Certificate (preferred).
• 3–5 years of perioperative nursing experience and 5+ years in healthcare management, ideally at the Director level.
• Proven success in quality improvement, resource optimization, and program evaluation.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, relationship and change management skills.
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to interpret and manage complex budgets.

About LHH Knightsbridge – www.lhhknightsbridge.com

LHH helps organizations simplify the complexity associated with transforming their leadership and workforce so they can accelerate results, with less risk.

As global leaders in Talent and Leadership Development, Career Solutions and Executive, Interim and Mid-Level Search, we assist organizations in finding new talent, and helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers, and transition into new jobs. We have the local expertise, global infrastructure, and industry leading technology and analytics required to simplify the complexity associated with executing critical talent and workforce initiatives, reducing brand and operational risk. Teams across Canada and around the world leverage our proven programs and global experience to deliver tailored solutions to clients that align talent with the needs of their business.

Established in 1967, we have been providing outplacement services for 52 years. LHH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adecco, SA, a publicly held Fortune Global 500 firm and the world’s leading provider of HR solutions, with approximately 32,000 FTE employees and 5,100 branches in over 66 countries and territories around the world. LHH has more than 4,000 employees around the globe including 2,200+ certified Career Coaches.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LHH by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Surgical Services” roles.

VP, Director of Operations, Central & Western Canada, Water

VP, Director of Operations, Central & Western Canada, Water

Director, Strategic Operations/ Innovation

VP, Director of Operations, Central & Western Canada, Water

Program Director -Surgical and Perioperative Services

Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada 2 weeks ago

Greater Toronto Area, Canada CA$110,000.00-CA$135,000.00 2 weeks ago

Director of BPO Operations (Insurance and Health)

Scarborough, Ontario, Canada CA$120,000.00-CA$130,000.00 3 weeks ago

Director of Insurance, Specialty Markets Operations, Full-Time, REMOTE (Toronto, ON)

Director of Insurance, Specialty Markets Operations, Full-Time, REMOTE (Toronto, ON)

Director, Personal Lines Underwriting Operations

Operational Due Diligence - Director - Transaction Advisory - Canada

Director of Financial Planning And Operations

Director Procurement Operations, Travel, Meetings & Events

Country Manager - Cardiac Rhythm Management (Mississauga)

Patient Care Manager - Surgical Ambulatory Procedures

Director, Operational Risk & Resilience Oversight

Director, Operational Risk and Controls-R-240463

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.