<p>Director of Surgical Services opportunity in Lake Havasu City, Arizona — a full-time, day-shift leadership role overseeing 114 FTEs across a comprehensive perioperative program. You'll direct 10 active operating rooms, an ambulatory surgery center, preoperative and recovery services, anesthesia, and central sterile processing, managing approximately 9,000 annual surgical cases and 2,000 endoscopic procedures across eight surgical specialties. This is a chance to lead a high-performing multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced hospital environment with direct impact on patient safety, operational efficiency, and staff development.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Salary range: $146,900–$198,000 annually</li> <li>Full-time, exempt position</li> <li>Monday through Friday day schedule</li> <li>Leadership role with direct oversight of 114 FTEs</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>10 active operating rooms with approximately 9,000 annual surgical cases</li> <li>Ambulatory surgery center operations</li> <li>2,000 annual endoscopic procedures</li> <li>Comprehensive surgical specialties: orthopedics, urology, OB/GYN, general surgery, plastic surgery, ENT, neurosurgery, and podiatry</li> <li>Oversight of preoperative services, PACU, preadmission testing, anesthesia services, and central sterile processing</li> <li>Responsibility for departmental budgets, vendor relationships, equipment management, and regulatory compliance</li> <li>Focus on evidence-based practice, continuous quality improvement, and patient safety culture</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required</li> <li>Active Arizona RN license required</li> <li>Minimum 5 years of surgical nursing experience</li> <li>Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in a surgical setting</li> <li>Preferred: Master's degree in Nursing or related field; BLS, ACLS, PALS, and CNOR certifications</li> <li>Criminal record check required as a condition of employment per Arizona state law</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Lake Havasu City, Arizona offers a distinctive desert lifestyle on the shores of Lake Havasu, known for water recreation, boating, and year-round sunshine. The community combines small-town charm with modern amenities, outdoor recreation opportunities, and proximity to the Colorado River region. Cost of living is moderate, and the area attracts professionals seeking an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle in a growing healthcare market.</p>