Director of Perioperative Services

Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital Fort Worth is hiring a Director of Perioperative Surgical Services in Fort Worth, TX. Join our team to lead and elevate surgical care in a cutting‑edge, patient‑centered environment.

• Leading Collaboration between Tenet Healthcare, USPI, and Baylor Scott & White.
• Serving the Fort Worth community since 2014.
• 30‑bed acute care surgical hospital with Emergency, inpatient, ICU and advanced imaging.
• 14 state‑of‑the‑art operating rooms including da Vinci, Excelsius
  
  GPS, and Mako.
• Diverse specialties: ENT, Bariatric, Pulmonary, Gynecology, Orthopedics, Spine, Craniotomy.
• Quality‑centric approach ensuring meticulous, patient‑oriented care.

• Develop and implement the strategic vision and goals for the surgical services department aligned with the overall organizational mission.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define priorities and drive initiatives that enhance the quality of surgical care.

• Ensure the efficient and effective operation of all areas within surgical services, including the OR, SPD, PAT, pre‑op, PACU.
• Monitor workflows and processes to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team, including managers, nurses, surgical technicians, and ancillary staff.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement among staff members.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development opportunities for team members.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and accreditation requirements related to surgical services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes.
• Analyze performance metrics and patient outcomes data to identify trends and develop action plans for improvement.

• Develop and manage the surgical services budget/productivity, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource optimization.
• Analyze financial performance, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and oversee procurement processes for surgical supplies and equipment.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, as well as accreditation standards.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes affecting surgical services.

• Serve as a liaison between surgical services and other departments, fostering collaboration and communication across the organization.
• Engage with physicians and other stakeholders to gather feedback and address concerns related to surgical services.

• Develop and implement ongoing education and training programs for surgical services staff to maintain competencies and improve care delivery.
• Collaborate with academic institutions to support the clinical training of nursing and surgical technology students.

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field;
Master’s degree preferred.

Experience
Minimum of 7‑10 years in surgical services management or perioperative nursing preferred, with strong leadership background.

Licensure/Certification
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in TX;
Certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR) preferred.

Skills

• Exceptional leadership and management skills with ability to drive change.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with data‑driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of surgical services operations, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement processes.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Life and AD&D coverage.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs.
• 401(k) and retirement planning.
• Paid holidays and vacation.

At USPI, we create relationships that produce better care. Our inclusive culture values diversity and supports every individual’s contributions.