Executive Director, Surgical Services & Operations

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for team

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 ensures high-quality, efficient, patient-centered surgical services through collaborative leadership, sound operational management, and fiscal responsibility. The Executive Director partners with physician leaders, caregivers, and hospital leadership to drive excellence in performance, quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or business required.
• 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.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures aligned with standards.
• Establish and oversee inventory management systems for surgical supplies and instrumentation.
• Lead human resource functions including interviewing, hiring, and 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 with surgeons and surgical teams to ensure smooth transitions related to products and changes.
• Analyze financial and operational reports to support informed business decisions.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting & finance

Communication

Vendor management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

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 ensures high-quality, efficient, patient-centered surgical services through collaborative leadership, sound operational management, and fiscal responsibility. The Executive Director partners with physician leaders, caregivers, and hospital leadership to drive excellence in performance, quality, and