Director of Perioperative Services

Job Summary: The Director of Perioperative Services is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of surgical care at a healthcare facility. They play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of high-quality surgical services while maintaining patient safety and satisfaction. Actively and consistently contributes to department operations and communications, behaves in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pipeline Health, upholding standards of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) patient communication.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Essential Functions: 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan for the surgical services department, aligning it with the overall organizational goals and objectives.
• Lead and manage a team of surgeons, nurses, and other surgical staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the surgical services department at senior leadership meetings and external engagements, advocating for resources and promoting the department's achievements.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the surgical services department, ensuring efficient patient flow, optimal resource utilization, and adherence to established protocols.
• Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives, utilizing data-driven approaches to identify and address areas for improvement in surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of surgical services within the broader healthcare system.
• Champion patient safety initiatives, promoting a culture of safety awareness and proactive risk management throughout the surgical services department.
• Implement and maintain comprehensive protocols for infection control, medication safety, and surgical equipment management.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to identify and address potential safety risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain clinical expertise in surgical procedures and practices, staying abreast of advancements in surgical techniques and technologies.
• Facilitate the adoption of new surgical technologies and evidence-based practices within the department.
• Collaborate with surgeons to develop and implement clinical protocols and guidelines that optimize patient care and surgical outcomes.
• Provides coaching, mentoring and support to managers, colleagues, and staff; serves as a role model in professional behavior and leadership skills.
• Implements and monitors the overall goals of the surgery department, such as patient safety, quality of care, operational efficiency, and financial performance.  
• Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
• Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members. Utilizes white boards for patient communication.
• Collaborates across disciplines to assist in coordination of patient care, including but not limited to patient transfer, discharge, referrals, and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Acts with a sense of urgency when performing tasks.
• Basic unit/department maintenance such as keeping files, drawers, cabinets free from unnecessary clutter.
• Reports on any equipment and or environmental issues for repair.
• Abides by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
• Utilizes SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) when communicating with oncoming shift, physician communication and giving report to ancillary or other nursing services.
• Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
• Completes and attends monthly training assigned.
• May float to other areas of the hospital as needed.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Behavioral Standards: 

• Services as a role model for the organization's Mission, Vision and Values. 
• Demonstrates solid understanding of business and operational requirements. 
• Demonstrates