Executive Director Surgical Service

Mercy; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy St. Louis Hospital is seeking an experienced Executive Director of Surgical Services to provide leadership oversight for surgical operations within our Level I Trauma and Burn Center.

This role drives high-quality, efficient, patient-centered surgical services through collaborative leadership and sound operational management. You will partner with physician leaders, caregivers, and hospital leadership to advance performance, quality, and patient outcomes while managing fiscal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (RN/BSN preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in the Perioperative space.
• Master’s degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with caregivers, physicians, and leadership across departments.
• Collaborate with management teams to achieve departmental goals and organizational priorities.
• Serve as a resource for ancillary areas utilizing comparable services, equipment, or procedures.
• Maintain awareness of professional standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices at local, state, and national levels.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures aligned with regulatory standards and departmental workflows.
• Establish and oversee inventory management systems for surgical supplies and instrumentation, ensuring appropriate par levels, turnaround times, and communication regarding equipment availability.
• Lead human resource functions including interviewing, hiring, and supporting caregiver development.
• Meet with vendors to evaluate product lines, recommend alternatives, and support cost-containment initiatives.
• Participate in contract negotiations, implementation, and ongoing compliance.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and surgical teams to ensure smooth transitions related to products, equipment, and procedural changes.
• Analyze financial and operational reports to support informed business decisions and cost-benefit evaluations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (RN/BSN preferred)

Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in the Perioperative space

Master’s degree strongly preferred

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Responsible for the management and coordination of patient scheduling, inventory control, and the equipment/ instrumentation areas. Is responsible for areas that input statistical information and charging. Works in conjunction with Surgical Services management staff to manage the financial and business operations for Perioperative Services. Is one of the liaisons for the surgeons, anesthesiologists, central service, purchasing, finance and departments that interact with the operating room. Is responsible for the capital and supply portion of the operational budget. Participates in the development and implementation of strategic and business plans for areas of responsibility. This position reports to the Vice President Operations at Mercy.

Position Details:

Executive Director of Surgical Services Mercy St. Louis Hospital Level I Trauma and Burn Center Full-Time | Days Relocation Assistance Available

Position Overview:

Mercy St. Louis Hospital is seeking an experienced and strategic Executive Director of Surgical Services to provide leadership oversight for surgical operations within our Level I Trauma and Burn Center. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered surgical services through collaborative leadership, sound operational management, and fiscal responsibility. The Executive Director partners closely with physician leaders, caregivers, and hospital leadership to drive excellence in performance, quality, and patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships and open lines of communication with caregivers, physicians, and leadership across departments
• Collaborate with management teams to achieve departmental goals and organizational priorities
• Serve as a resource for ancillary areas utilizing comparable services, equipment, or procedures
• Maintain awareness of professional standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices at local, state, and national levels
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures aligned with regulatory standards and departmental workflows
• Establish and oversee inventory management systems for surgical supplies and instrumentation, ensuring appropriate par levels, turnaround times, and communication regarding equipment availability
• Lead human resource functions including interviewing, hiring, and supporting caregiver development
• Meet with vendors to evaluate product lines, recommend alternatives, and support cost-containment initiatives
• Participate in contract negotiations, implementation, and ongoing compliance
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and surgical teams to ensure smooth transitions related to products, equipment, and procedural changes
• Analyze financial and operational reports to support informed business decisions and cost-benefit evaluations

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (strongly prefer an RN/BSN)
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in the Perioperative space
• Master’s degree strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead others with professionalism, kindness, and respect
• Proven capability to interpret and compile financial data to support operational and strategic decisions
• Effective collaborator with physicians, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams

Why Mercy?

Mercy is committed to bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service. Our leaders are empowered to make meaningful impact, drive innovation, and shape the future of healthcare while supported by a mission‑driven organization recognized nationally as a Top 100 Place to Work. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.

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