Director of Surgical Services - DSS 0216 NS09

Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Girdwood
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Director of Surgical Services Location: Anchorage, AK Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Schedule Days only (No weekends) Compensation Salary Range: $137,737 – $206,606 annually (based on experience) Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis Hospital Overview A leading acute care hospital in Anchorage, Alaska is seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Services to lead its perioperative departments. This 250 bed facility is recognized for excellence in cardiac care, colorectal surgery, and treatment of complex gastrointestinal conditions. Located in Anchorage, the hospital serves a vibrant community and offers access to Alaska’s unique lifestyle, outdoor recreation, and professional growth opportunities within a large national healthcare system. Position Summary The Director of Surgical Services provides strategic and operational leadership for all surgical services departments. This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care while overseeing staffing, budgets, compliance, and performance improvement initiatives. The Director fosters collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement aligned with organizational goals. Key ResponsibilitiesQuality & Patient Care Implement evidence-based practices to improve patient safety and clinical outcomes Reduce variation in clinical practice to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal, and accreditation standards Maintain equipment readiness and operational efficiency Oversee patient throughput, care coordination, admissions, and discharges Direct nursing practice and daily unit operations Service & Patient Experience Lead initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and service quality Benchmark performance and implement improvement strategies Collaborate with patient experience and quality leaders People & Leadership Promote a culture aligned with organizational mission, vision, and values Develop, mentor, and retain high-performing leaders and staff Provide coaching, feedback, and recognition Growth & Strategy Partner with administrative and medical leadership to expand surgical services Identify opportunities for new service lines and technological advancements Finance & Budgeting Participate in annual budget development (staffing, supplies, capital, and revenue) Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions Optimize labor utilization and operational efficiency Additional Duties Perform other duties as assigned Adhere to organizational code of conduct and ethical standards Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required (Master’s degree preferred) 1 year of recent acute care Director of Surgical Services experience 3 years of acute care Surgical Services experience Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills Additional Role Details Reports To: Vice President of Operations Direct Reports: 4 Managers Staff Oversight: Approximately 125–150 FTEs Facilities: 11 Operating Rooms 2 Endoscopy Suites Surgical Volume: ~400 cases per month Specialty Areas: General Surgery Bariatrics Colorectal Heart & Vascular Orthopedics & Spine Urology For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677 . About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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