Location: Anchorage, AK
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Days only (No weekends)
Salary Range: $137,737 – $206,606 annually (based on experience)
Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis
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.
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.
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
Lead initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and service quality
Benchmark performance and implement improvement strategies
Collaborate with patient experience and quality leaders
Promote a culture aligned with organizational mission, vision, and values
Develop, mentor, and retain high-performing leaders and staff
Provide coaching, feedback, and recognition
Partner with administrative and medical leadership to expand surgical services
Identify opportunities for new service lines and technological advancements
Participate in annual budget development (staffing, supplies, capital, and revenue)
Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions
Optimize labor utilization and operational efficiency
Perform other duties as assigned
Adhere to organizational code of conduct and ethical standards
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
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.