Director of Surgical Services

American College of Healthcare Executives; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 117,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth Castle Rock seeks a Director of Surgical Services to provide strategic and operational leadership for a rapidly growing perioperative program, overseeing PAT, Pre-Op, nine Operating Rooms, PACU, GI, and Sterile Processing while maintaining exceptional patient care.

This leader will guide a 130 FTE multidisciplinary team through three direct-report leaders, drive first-case on-time starts, staffing optimization, budget oversight, and perioperative improvements to sustain volume

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Active CO RN license required.
• Minimum five years of relative experience including at least two years in supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for a growing Surgical Services department.
• Oversee PAT, Pre-Op, nine ORs, PACU, GI, and Sterile Processing.
• Lead a 130 FTE multidisciplinary team through three direct-report leaders and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare management

RN license

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Join AdentHealth Castle Rock, a faith-based not-for-profit healthcare organization, as their next Director of Surgical Services!

The Position

• The Director of Surgical Services will provide strategic and operational leadership for a rapidly growing Surgical Services department within a 90-bed Level III Trauma hospital, overseeing Pre-Admission Testing (PAT), Pre-Op, nine Operating Room, PACU, GI, and Sterile Processing while ensuring exceptional patient care, operational efficiency, and clinical excellence.
• The Director will lead a high-performing multidisciplinary team of approximately 130 FTEs through three direct-report leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement while strengthening the department\'s leadership structure through succession planning and leadership development.
• Serve as the primary liaison between surgeons, hospital leadership, and clinical teams, building trusted relationships, promoting physician engagement, and successfully navigating organizational change while maintaining a highly collaborative, service-focused environment.
• Drive operational excellence across nine operating rooms by leading initiatives focused on first-case on-time starts, block utilization, patient throughput, surgical scheduling, turnover times, and perioperative process improvements to support continued surgical volume growth. The primary service lines include Orthopedics, Spine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Urology, with additional case volume in Plastic Surgery and Neurosurgery.
• This leader will provide financial and operational oversight through budget management, productivity planning, resource allocation, and performance monitoring while utilizing key operational metrics to improve efficiency, reduce cancellations, optimize staffing, and achieve departmental goals.
• Partner with Executive Leadership leadership to support the organization\'s continued expansion, including the transition to AdventHealth operations, development of additional surgical capacity, and implementation of strategic initiatives that position Surgical Services for sustained long-term growth.
• The Director must champion quality, safety, and regulatory compliance by advancing evidence-based practices, maintaining high Sterile Processing standards, minimizing immediate-use steam sterilization, and supporting initiatives that improve patient outcomes and the overall surgical experience.
• This leader will lead a department experiencing significant growth, performing more than 6,000 surgical procedures annually with projections exceeding 7,000 cases, and play a key leadership role in expanding perioperative services, enhancing OR efficiency, and shaping the future of Surgical Services.

Requirements

• Master’s degree is required.
• Active CO RN license is required.
• A minimum of five years of relative experience including a minimum of two years of supervisory experience is required.

Compensation Details

• The base salary range for this position is $117,000 to $218,000 annually. In addition, a leader may be eligible for other benefits, including but not limited to health insurance coverage, retirement benefits, and bonuses. The total compensation for the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The base salary range listed above is a good faith determination of potential base compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

The Organization

• AdventHealth is a faith based non-profit organization comprised of 80,000 employees spanning 50+ hospitals and 70+ outpatient facilities in 7 states nationwide.
• AdventHealth Castle Rock is a faith-based, community hospital dedicated to “Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ” by providing whole-person care that addresses the body, mind, and spirit. The organization is committed to helping patients and families feel whole through compassionate, high-quality healthcare close to home.
• Guided by AdventHealth’s CREATION Life principles—including Choice, Rest, Environment, Activity, Trust, Interpersonal Relationships, Outlook, and Nutrition—the organization promotes a culture focused on wellness, connection, and caring for the whole person.
• AdventHealth Castle Rock has earned national recognition for excellence in patient safety and quality, including a Leapfrog Top Hospital Award and consistent “A” safety grades from The Leapfrog Group.
• As part of AdventHealth’s nationally recognized health system, Castle Rock continues to grow its services and innovation while fostering a team culture recognized for workplace excellence and commitment to its caregivers.

The Community

• Castle Rock is known for its stunning natural scenery, highlighted by the iconic Castle Rock formation, which gives the town its name and serves as a popular hiking destination. Residents enjoy easy access to outdoor attractions including Roxborough State Park, Rock Park, and numerous trails, parks, and open spaces that showcase Colorado’s beautiful landscapes and provide opportunities for hiking, biking, and outdoor adventures.
• Castle Rock is served by the Douglas County School District, one of Colorado’s largest and highly regarded school systems, offering a variety of elementary, middle, and high schools with strong academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs. The area is also within driving distance of several higher education institutions throughout the Denver metro region.
• Castle Rock is recognized for its picturesque mountain-town feel combined with modern suburban amenities. Located between Denver and Colorado Springs, the community is known for its historic downtown, vibrant shopping and dining scene, family-friendly events, and continued growth as one of Colorado’s most desirable places to live.
• The community offers a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere with a strong emphasis on outdoor living, local businesses, and neighborhood connections. Residents enjoy a high quality of life with access to excellent parks, recreation programs, community events, and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region while remaining close to major metropolitan conveniences.