Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Schedule: Full-Time | Days | No Weekends
Employment Type: Permanent
A hospital in Anchorage, Alaska is seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Services to lead a high-performing perioperative team.
The hospital is recognized for excellence in cardiovascular care, colorectal surgery, and emergency services. Located in a vibrant and scenic Alaskan community, the organization offers both professional growth and an exceptional quality of life. The facility is part of a large national healthcare network, providing opportunities for advancement and collaboration across multiple states.
The Director of Surgical Services is responsible for ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care through comprehensive oversight of surgical department operations, staffing, financial performance, and strategic growth initiatives.
This leader fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and clinical excellence while supporting the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and operational strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
Operating Rooms: 11
Endoscopy Suites: 2
Monthly Case Volume: ~400 cases
Specialties Include: General Surgery, Bariatrics, Colorectal, Heart & Vascular, Orthopedics & Spine, Urology
Direct Reports: 4 Managers
Total FTEs: 125–150
Reports To: Vice President of Operations
Promote evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and legal standards.
Oversee equipment maintenance and operational readiness.
Improve patient throughput through effective volume forecasting and care coordination.
Standardize clinical practices to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Direct nursing practice and unit operations to ensure patient and family needs are consistently met.
Lead initiatives to improve and sustain exceptional patient satisfaction.
Utilize patient feedback data to benchmark and enhance service delivery.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to strengthen patient-centered care practices.
Build and sustain a high-performing surgical services team.
Coach, mentor, and develop managers and staff.
Drive employee engagement and retention strategies.
Ensure appropriate staffing and clinical competency alignment.
Partner with physicians and executive leadership to expand and enhance surgical services.
Identify opportunities for service line growth and technological advancement.
Support strategic initiatives that increase case volume and market differentiation.
Lead annual budgeting process, including staffing, revenue, expenses, and capital equipment planning.
Monitor department financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
Ensure effective labor management, productivity standards, and premium pay oversight.
Identify and execute cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (Required)
Master’s Degree (Preferred)
Minimum 1+ year of recent acute care Director-level Surgical Services experience (Required)
Minimum 3+ years of acute care Surgical Services leadership experience (Required)
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice (or ability to obtain)
Salary Range: $137,737 – $206,606 annually
Compensation based on experience and leadership background
Incentive Bonus: 17.5%
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case basis
Comprehensive benefits package may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plan with employer match
Tuition assistance and professional development support
Paid time off and extended leave programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Supplemental insurance options
For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com
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.