Description

Overview 
MedRVA Healthcare is seeking a collaborative and operationally focused Director of Surgical Services to support perioperative operations across our ambulatory surgery centers in Richmond, VA. As an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization, MEDRVA is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through our two state-of-the-art outpatient surgery centers, sixteen operating and procedure rooms, imaging services, and specialty care offerings. 
Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, this role will partner closely with nursing leadership, physicians, and operational teams to support the day-to-day management and continued growth of surgical services. This position is designed as a key operational leadership role with mentorship and succession planning opportunities alongside the current Chief Nursing Officer. 
The Director of Surgical Services will oversee perioperative operations including OR, pre-op, PACU, and scheduling functions while helping drive operational efficiency, quality outcomes, and staff engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced perioperative leader seeking to expand their leadership scope within a supportive and mission-driven organization. 

Why MedRVA 
MedRVA Healthcare is a growing, 70+ year-old healthcare system with over 160 employees and a highly engaged surgical services team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, retirement matching, and professional development support. 

Job Summary 

Leadership & Operations 
Provide day-to-day operational leadership and support for surgical services, including OR, pre/post-operative care, and scheduling functions 
Partner closely with the Chief Nursing Officer and Nursing Managers to support departmental operations and strategic initiatives 
Directly supervise Nursing Managers and key operational staff while supporting a team of clinical personnel across surgical services 
Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, communication, and continuous improvement 
Assist in establishing departmental goals, monitoring performance metrics, and supporting operational excellence initiatives 
Support staff coaching, performance evaluations, and professional development planning 
 
 
Clinical & Perioperative Management 
Support delivery of safe, high-quality patient care in accordance with established standards, policies, and regulatory requirements 
Collaborate with Nursing Managers to optimize staffing, case flow, and scheduling efficiency 
Assist with standardization of clinical practices across perioperative services to support consistency and quality outcomes 
Participate in quality improvement initiatives including infection prevention, patient safety, documentation compliance, and patient/physician satisfaction efforts 
Monitor compliance with OSHA, accreditation, and regulatory standards in partnership with organizational leadership 
 
Physician & Stakeholder Collaboration 
Serve as an operational liaison between surgical staff, physicians, and leadership teams 
Build collaborative physician relationships and support timely resolution of operational concerns 
Support physician engagement and service line growth initiatives 
 
Staff Development & Education 
Partner with Infection Prevention & Education Nurse Management to ensure clinical competency through oversight of orientation, training, and continuing education programs  
Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of high-performing clinical staff  
Promote professional development and clinical excellence across the team  

Financial & Resource Management 
Develop and manage departmental budgets in collaboration with executive leadership  
Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and implement cost-control strategies  
Oversee supply chain utilization, inventory management, and capital equipment planning  
Support evaluation and implementation of new technologies and equipment  

Performance Improvement & Strategy Execution 
Identify operational trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement  
Implement process improvements to enhance throughput, patient experience, and clinical outcomes  
Support organizational initiatives and strategic priorities at the department level  

Additional Responsibilities 
Lead or participate in special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned  

Requirements

Required 
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or related field  
Current, unrestricted RN license  
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an ambulatory surgery or perioperative setting  
Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience (Manager, Supervisor, or Director level)  
Experience in both scrub and circulating roles  
Strong interpersonal, operational, and team leadership skills 

Preferred 

Master's degree:  MSN, MHA, MBA or related healthcare leadership degree

Certifications:  CNOR, CSSM

Experience leading perioperative services in an ambulatory surgery center  
Strong knowledge of staffing models, budgeting, and operational workflows