Director of Surgical Services

Job overview

The Director of Surgical Services role is onsite in Kissimmee, FL, with a full-time day schedule. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications, with performance incentive opportunities. The role is recruited by Career Land Center on behalf of a tertiary care teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center. The director provides strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for the surgical services department, supporting safe, efficient, high-quality patient care. The role oversees nursing practice, department operations, staffing, resources, compliance, and initiatives to strengthen surgical programs and improve performance.

What you'll do

• Provide operational and financial leadership for Surgical Services
• oversee nursing practice, daily operations, and clinical standards
• develop policies and evidence-based practices
• manage patient flow, forecasting, throughput, and operational planning
• monitor clinical practice variation
• ensure legal, regulatory, and accreditation compliance
• collaborate with physicians and administrative leaders
• oversee staffing, productivity, supplies, and equipment expenditures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of surgical services

kissimmee fl

full-time

day schedule

surgical services

hospital leadership

level ii trauma center

patient safety

nursing practice

operational leadership

clinical quality

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off and holiday pay
• professional development and continuing education support
• relocation assistance may be available
• performance-based incentive opportunity.

Why this role

Requires recent acute-care Director of Surgical Services experience; large trauma-center OR Manager experience may be considered. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required; master’s preferred.

About the employer

Career Land Center, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.