Surgical Program Management Director

Inreach-Health-1; Buffalo (WY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Short-Term Disability

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Additional ancillary benefits

Job summary

inReach Healthcare seeks an experienced Surgical Services Director to lead a two-room operating suite at Johnson County Healthcare Center (JCHC) in Buffalo, Wyoming. The role combines leadership with direct patient care in a community-focused hospital.

This working Director position emphasizes building strong teams, quality, safety, and strategic growth of surgical services in a rural setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day operations and patient care within the surgical services department.
• Provide hands-on patient care as needed while supporting the clinical team.
• Promote a strong culture of patient safety, quality, teamwork, and accountability.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and improve departmental policies and procedures.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and support surgical services staff.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet patient care and operational needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, sterile, and fully operational surgical environment.
• Promote responsible and cost-efficient use of supplies, equipment, and resources.
• Serve as a key liaison between hospital departments, leadership, and external surgical providers.
• Collaborate with hospital leaders to strengthen communication, coordination, and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor surgical volume, outcomes, productivity, quality metrics, and departmental costs.
• Identify opportunities to enhance and grow surgical services.
• Develop and manage the department’s annual budget and monitor ongoing financial performance.
• Ensure departmental practices align with JCHC policies, professional standards, Universal Precautions, OSHA requirements, and industry best practices.

Job description

Surgical Program Management Director Lead.

Collaborate. Make an Impact. Are you an experienced surgical services professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? inReach Healthcare is seeking a motivated, hands‑on Surgical Services Director to lead a two‑room operating suite at Johnson County Healthcare Center (JCHC) in beautiful Buffalo, Wyoming.

This is a working Director position that offers the opportunity to combine leadership and administrative responsibilities with direct patient care. You’ll lead a collaborative surgical team while helping shape the continued growth, quality, and success of surgical services within a community‑focused hospital.

The department supports a diverse case mix, including GI, general surgery, and orthopedic procedures, providing variety and an engaging clinical environment.

If you enjoy leading from the front, building strong teams, and making a meaningful difference in a close‑knit community, we would love to hear from you.

Job Description

As Surgical Services Director, you will:

• Lead and oversee day‑to‑day operations and patient care within the surgical services department.
• Provide hands‑on patient care as needed while supporting the clinical team.
• Promote a strong culture of patient safety, quality, teamwork, and accountability.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and improve departmental policies and procedures.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and support surgical services staff.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet patient care and operational needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, sterile, and fully operational surgical environment.
• Promote responsible and cost‑effective use of supplies, equipment, and resources.
• Serve as a key liaison between hospital departments, leadership, and external surgical providers.
• Collaborate with hospital leaders to strengthen communication, coordination, and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor surgical volume, outcomes, productivity, quality metrics, and departmental costs.
• Identify opportunities to enhance and grow surgical services.
• Develop and manage the department’s annual budget and monitor ongoing financial performance.
• Ensure departmental practices align with JCHC policies, professional standards, Universal Precautions, OSHA requirements, and industry best practices.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.

Starting salary of $95,000+ per year, based on education and experience.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Additional ancillary benefits available

About Johnson County Healthcare Center

Johnson County Healthcare Center (JCHC) is a community‑focused healthcare organization serving Buffalo and the surrounding region.

JCHC includes a 25‑bed Critical Access Hospital, 44‑bed nursing home, and busy outpatient clinic. Its medical team includes family physicians, physician assistants, a general surgeon, and more than 200 employees committed to providing high‑quality, compassionate care.

The organization continues to invest in its facilities and services, including updated inpatient spaces and ongoing renovations designed to enhance the patient experience and support the future of healthcare in the community.

JCHC has also been recognized among the nation’s Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals, reflecting its commitment to quality and rural healthcare excellence.

Life in Beautiful Buffalo, Wyoming

Imagine finishing your workday with the Bighorn Mountains practically in your backyard.

Located at the foot of the Bighorn Mountain range in north‑central Wyoming, Buffalo offers the best of small‑town living combined with incredible access to the outdoors.

With a population of approximately 5,000, Buffalo is known for its welcoming community, vibrant downtown, locally owned shops and restaurants, and breathtaking scenery.

Outdoor recreation is available year‑round, including:

• Hiking and mountain biking
• Fishing and camping
• Skiing and snowshoeing
• Hunting and wildlife viewing
• Miles of trails and mountain adventures

Buffalo also offers a strong local school system, making it an appealing community for individuals and families looking for a place where they can build both a career and a life.

Ready to Lead Surgical Services in Buffalo?

If you are looking for a leadership opportunity where you can be hands‑on, make an immediate impact, and become part of a close‑knit healthcare team and community.