System Director, Perioperative Services

Alameda Health Sytem; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 104,697 - 174,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer health plan for employees and dependents

Rich retirement plans

Generous paid time off plans

Job summary

Alameda Health System is seeking a Service Line Director of Ambulatory Surgery in Oakland, CA. This leadership position is responsible for the strategic growth and expansion of ambulatory surgical services, emphasizing quality, patient safety, and operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have a BSN, a Master's degree, and at least five years of perioperative leadership experience. The role offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range of $76.00 - $126.67 per hour.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Director level Perioperative leadership experience required.
• Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California.
• BLS Certification by American Heart Association; CNOR or CPAN certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth and expansion of ambulatory surgical services.
• Drive service line development through evidence-based practices.
• Partner with teams to identify growth opportunities and expand services.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Team orientation

Customer focus

Analytical capability

Change implementation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master's Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Perioperative Information IT systems

Job description

The Service Line Director of Ambulatory Surgery leads the strategic growth and expansion of ambulatory surgical services across all sites of care. This role drives service line development through evidence based perioperative best practices, regulatory compliant and scalable operational models, and optimized resource utilization to support increased access, volume growth, and market competitiveness. Accountable for quality, patient safety, physician alignment, financial performance, and operational excellence, the Director partners with medical staff, executive leadership, and operational teams to identify growth opportunities, expand service offerings, and advance sustainable, value based, patient centered care.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Consistently demonstrates integrity, high energy, initiative, self-confidence, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, while acting in an appropriate and professional manner in accordance with the organization’s Standards of Behavior, policies, and scope of services.
• This role requires excellent strategic thinking, resourcefulness, stewardship, and management skills, along with strong team orientation, customer focus, analytical capability, communication skills, and the ability to lead and implement change through effective relationships.
• The Director brings extensive knowledge of clinical operations, including regulatory standards, best practices, and perioperative protocols, with demonstrated expertise across multiple care settings such as academic trauma centers, community hospitals, and private or employed physician practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Business Administration or related field required.
• Experience: Minimum of five years Director level Perioperative leadership experience required; experience with GPO’s and material handling processes and/or Perioperative Information IT systems preferred.
• Required Licenses/Certifications: Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California; BLS Certification issued by the American Heart Association; CNOR or CPAN certification.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• 100% employer health plan for employees and their eligible dependents
• Unique benefit offerings that are partially or 100% employer-paid
• Rich and varied retirement plans and the ability to participate in multiple plans.
• Generous paid time off plans

PayRange$76.00 - $126.67

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.