Director Perioperative Services - Allegheny General Hospital

Allegheny Health Network

The Director of Perioperative Services is responsible for the day-to-day operations for the Operating Room, Recovery Room, Endoscopy Lab, Central Sterile Processing, Ambulatory Surgery, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiology and Pre-Admission Testing. This includes operational and capital budgeting for these areas, as well as safety and quality initiatives, human capital development, and growth. This position is accountable to the Vice President of Perioperative Services, with dual reporting responsibilities to the hospital executive team. The role oversees a high-volume, high-acuity, and large-scope perioperative service line, supporting a diverse patient population and complex procedures, including specialized services such as trauma and transplant care.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Leads, mentors, and develops a high-performing team of perioperative nurses and support staff. Provides regular performance feedback, coaching, and training opportunities. Cultivates a positive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values teamwork and recognizes individual contributions.
• Directs all clinical services and program development for the Operating Room, Recovery Room, Endoscopy Lab, Central Sterile Processing, Ambulatory Surgery, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiology and Preadmission Testing. This includes staffing, scheduling, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with physicians, other department directors, and hospital leadership. Effectively communicates departmental performance data and strategic plans to key stakeholders.
• Establishes and maintains high standards of quality and patient safety. Implements and monitors programs to reduce infection rates, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the overall patient experience.
• Champions the mission, vision, and values of Allegheny Health Network.
• Develops and manages the departmental budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and fiscal responsibility. Monitors key performance indicators to track financial performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Evaluates and implements new technologies and processes to improve efficiency, enhance patient care, and reduce costs.
• Independently plans, organizes, and executes large-scale projects, managing resources effectively and meeting deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Master's degree (M.A.) OR equivalent; OR in Master's degree program with completion plan
• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• CPR certification

Preferred:

• Certification in area of specialty