About this opportunity
SageWest Health Care lists this Director of Surgery opportunity in lander, Wyoming. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander.
Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health.
SageWest Health Care: Lander/Riverton, WY.
Job Summary
The Director-Surgery is responsible for the overall management and leadership of surgical services, including Ambulatory Surgery, Operating Room, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The Director ensures optimal patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while maintaining a focus on clinical excellence, staff development, and financial oversight.
Essential Functions
Provides strategic leadership to the surgical services department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Develops and implements policies and procedures to maintain clinical and operational standards
Oversees budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation for the surgery department
Manages staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluation
Ensures regulatory compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission standards
Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to coordinate patient care
Monitors patient care delivery to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
Implements quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency
Conducts staff meetings and participates in hospital leadership committees
Responds to emergencies and provides guidance during critical situations
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Strong clinical knowledge in perioperative nursing and surgical services
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong analytical and financial management skills
Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to patient-centered care
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity
Qualifications
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Licenses/Certifications
Current RN license in the state of practice or compact state required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a surgical or ambulatory care setting required
Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience preferred
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Who can apply
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