Director of Surgical Services — Build a New OR Program

Cleveland-Area-Hospital-2; Cleveland (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Area Hospital is seeking a Director of Surgical Services to lead the planning, development, and launch of a brand-new surgery department as part of our growing campus. This is a unique opportunity to build a program from the ground up, shaping design, workflows, staffing, and policy to deliver high-quality patient care.

You will partner with the CEO, CNO, construction team, physicians, and department leaders to create a surgical environment focused on safety, efficiency, and long-term

Qualifications

• RN license is required; MSN preferred but not required.
• Experience leading surgical services or OR management.
• Strong knowledge of surgical operations, equipment, and workflow planning.
• Ability to plan, implement, and oversee a new surgical program.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop our new surgery department
• Design efficient workflows for patients, staff, and physicians
• Identify and select equipment, instruments, and supplies
• Develop policy, procedure, and operational standards
• Ensure compliance with CMS regulations, accreditation standards, and patient safety requirements
• Build strong working relationships with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and hospital leadership
• Recruit, onboard, and develop future perioperative staff
• Advocate for surgeons and procedural teams to ensure they have the tools, equipment, and support needed to provide exceptional patient care

Skills

Leadership

Surgical operations knowledge

Staff development

Collaborative leadership

Education

RN license

MSN preferred

Job description

Cleveland Area Hospital is seeking a Director of Surgical Services to lead the planning, development, and launch of a brand-new surgery department as part of our growing campus. This is a unique opportunity to build a program from the ground up, shaping design, workflows, staffing, and policy to deliver high-quality patient care.

You will partner with the CEO, CNO, construction team, physicians, and department leaders to create a surgical environment focused on safety, efficiency, and long-term