OCOM - Director of Surgical Services

Director of Surgical Services
Oklahoma Center for Orthopaedic & Multi-Specialty Surgery (OCOM) | Oklahoma City, OK
Every Day Giving Excellence
"Each Patient, Each Family, Each & Every Time"
At OCOM, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and an outstanding service experience. Our team works collaboratively to continually improve the quality, safety, and efficiency of care for our patients, physicians, and partners.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Surgical Services to provide strategic leadership for our surgical services departments. This is an exciting opportunity for a surgical services leader who is passionate about operational excellence, quality outcomes, staff development, and physician engagement.
Position Summary
The Director of Surgical Services is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operational performance of Surgical Services, including:
Operating Rooms (North and South Campuses)
Sterile Processing Department (SPD)
Intra-Operative Radiology
Endoscopy Services
Pain Management Services
This leader will oversee staffing, budgeting, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, quality improvement initiatives, and team development while fostering strong relationships with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
Provide strategic and operational leadership for all Surgical Services departments.
Ensure efficient day-to-day operations, case scheduling, room utilization, and resource management.
Collaborate with physicians, administration, and clinical leaders to support service excellence and patient satisfaction.
Oversee equipment acquisition, maintenance, and replacement planning.
Identify and resolve operational challenges impacting the delivery of surgical services.
Team Leadership & Development
Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing clinical and support staff.
Oversee employee onboarding, orientation, competency validation, and annual performance evaluations.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment.
Support the professional growth and leadership development of managers and team members.
Quality & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and hospital standards.
Lead performance improvement initiatives and monitor quality outcomes.
Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and standards of care.
Promote a culture of patient safety and continuous improvement.
Financial Management
Develop, monitor, and manage departmental operating and capital budgets.
Ensure responsible stewardship of labor, supplies, equipment, and departmental resources.
Analyze budget variances and implement strategies to achieve financial goals while maintaining quality care.
Patient & Physician Experience
Build strong relationships with surgeons and procedural providers.
Ensure physician needs are addressed through effective communication and operational support.
Promote exceptional service standards for patients, families, visitors, and staff.
Qualifications
Required
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Progressive leadership experience in Surgical Services and perioperative operations.
Demonstrated experience managing clinical staff, budgets, and regulatory compliance.
Strong knowledge of operating room workflow, sterile processing, and surgical services operations.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
Master's degree preferred.
CNOR, CSSM, or other relevant leadership/perioperative certifications preferred.
Experience in an ambulatory surgery center or specialty surgical hospital environment.
Why Join OCOM?
At OCOM, we recognize our employees as our greatest asset and offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
Generous Paid Time Off and personal days
Seven paid holidays
401(k) with generous company match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
Tuition and license reimbursement programs
Company-paid Life Insurance, and AD&D coverage
Optional Short-Term Disability coverage
Employee discount programs on travel, shopping, childcare, and more
Exceptional work-life balance
Weekends and holidays off
If you are a collaborative healthcare leader with a passion for surgical excellence, patient care, and team development, we invite you to apply and become part of the OCOM team.