Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care

Director of Surgical Services

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Full-timeMilton, MA, USA$155k - $211k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
A Master's degree in Nursing or a related field is required.
At least 5 years of experience as a Nurse Manager in Surgical Services is required.
At least 3 years of clinical nursing experience within Surgical Services is required.
A current Massachusetts registered nurse license is required.
Knowledge of federal and Massachusetts healthcare regulations is required.
Expertise in perioperative services operations and care delivery is required.
Leadership, analytical, communication, and financial management skills are required.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage complex operations is required.
Flexible scheduling to support a 24/7 surgical environment is required.
Employees must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Provide 24/7 operational and clinical oversight for the Operating Room, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Endoscopy, Pre-Admission Testing, Central Sterile Processing, Surgical Scheduling, and Inventory and Resource Management.
Provide leadership for Nurse Managers in the Operating Room, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, and Endoscopy.
Direct the Surgical Services Educator.
Oversee Central Sterile Processing leadership.
Lead centralized surgical schedulers.
Supervise inventory and clinical resource management.
Manage productivity, budgeting, contracts, and equipment acquisition.
Oversee inventory control and position management.
Lead process improvement and strategic planning initiatives.
Use data analytics and reporting to optimize performance.
Partner with surgeons and schedulers to maximize block utilization.
Oversee Operating Room and Endoscopy scheduling practices.
Ensure efficient patient throughput and volume growth.
Present scheduling updates through Surgical Services governance committees.
Maintain compliance with AORN, ASPAN, SGNA, AAMI, The Joint Commission, and CMS requirements.
Promote safe, evidence-based perioperative and endoscopy practice.
Lead budgeting and fiscal planning.
Review purchasing contracts and value analysis opportunities.
Collaborate with surgeons on product evaluations through Lumere.
Monitor billing processes and conduct audits to ensure accuracy.
Mentor and develop eight direct reports.
Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and excellence.
Support ongoing education and staff development.

Desired Qualifications

Operating Room nursing experience is preferred.

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Job Description:

Lead Surgical Excellence at a Growing Community Hospital

At Milton Hospital, we combine the personal touch of a community hospital with the strength and resources of Beth Israel Lahey Health. As we continue to expand services and invest in surgical growth, we are seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Services to lead our talented perioperative team and help shape the future of surgical care.

This highly visible leadership role provides 24/7 operational and clinical oversight for:

✅ Operating Room (OR)
✅ PACU
✅ Endoscopy
✅ Pre-Admission Testing
✅ Central Sterile Processing (CSP)
✅ Surgical Scheduling
✅ Inventory & Resource Management

Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer, the Director partners closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing leaders, and executive leadership to drive quality, growth, efficiency, and exceptional patient outcomes.

What You'll Do

Lead & Inspire Teams

Provide leadership for Nurse Managers (OR, PACU, Endoscopy)
Direct the Surgical Services Educator
Oversee Central Sterile Processing leadership
Lead centralized surgical schedulers
Supervise inventory and clinical resource management

Drive Operational Excellence

Manage productivity, budgeting, contracts, and equipment acquisition
Oversee inventory control and position management
Lead process improvement and strategic planning initiatives
Utilize data analytics and reporting to optimize performance

Optimize Surgical Operations

Partner with surgeons and schedulers to maximize block utilization
Oversee OR and Endoscopy scheduling practices
Ensure efficient patient throughput and volume growth
Present scheduling updates through Surgical Services governance committees

Ensure Regulatory & Clinical Excellence

Maintain compliance with:
- AORN
- ASPAN
- SGNA
- AAMI
- The Joint Commission (TJC)
- CMS requirements
Promote safe, evidence-based perioperative and endoscopy practice

Manage Business & Financial Performance

Lead budgeting and fiscal planning
Review purchasing contracts and value analysis opportunities
Collaborate with surgeons on product evaluations through Lumere
Monitor billing processes and conduct audits to ensure accuracy

Support Workforce Engagement

Mentor and develop eight direct reports
Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and excellence
Support ongoing education and staff development

Required Qualifications

Education

✔ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required

✔ Master's Degree in Nursing or related field required

Experience

✔ Minimum 5 years of experience as a Nurse Manager in Surgical Services

✔ Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience within Surgical Services

✔ Operating Room nursing experience preferred

Licensure

✔ Current Massachusetts RN License

Knowledge & Skills

✔ Strong knowledge of federal and Massachusetts healthcare regulations

✔ Expertise in perioperative services operations and care delivery

✔ Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and financial management skills

✔ Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage complex operations

✔ Flexible scheduling to support a 24/7 surgical environment

Why Milton Hospital?

At Milton Hospital, you'll find the best of both worlds: the close-knit culture of a respected community hospital and the resources of one of New England's premier health systems. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, build high-performing teams, and help drive the next chapter of growth and innovation in Surgical Services.

Join us and lead the future of surgical care in our community.

Pay Range:

$155,002.00 USD - $210,995.00 USD

The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

About the Company

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) serves as a teaching hospital in Boston affiliated with Harvard Medical School, offering a wide range of medical services across inpatient, emergency, outpatient, and urgent care. Its care model centers on delivering high-quality medical treatment to patients, supported by patient access initiatives like OpenNotes, which lets patients view clinicians’ notes online to improve understanding and engagement in their care. The hospital also supports education and research through its affiliation with Harvard, attracting funding for studies and training programs. BIDMC differentiates itself through its patient-centered approach, active patient engagement tools, and a broad network of urgent care centers and outpatient services that extend access to healthcare. The goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible, evidence-based medical care while advancing medical education and research.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $5.4M
Headquarters: Boston, MA
Founded: 1996

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