Director Surgical Service Lake Pointe

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

As Director of Surgical Services, supervise patient care in Baylor Scott and White Health surgical settings. This includes various departments. Create goals for surgical departments and align them with overall patient care goals. Also, develop policies to improve patients' surgical outcomes and experiences.

Essential Functions of the Role

• You will closely monitor surgical units, swiftly implementing corrective measures when required, to uphold our commitment to top-tier patient care.
• Your responsibilities include preparing detailed reports for executives, with critical information on surgical procedures, duration, call backs, and stats.
• You are responsible for managing operating room schedules and coordinating with anesthesia, physicians, and nursing teams.
• You'll be responsible for sterilization procedures. This includes packaging, labeling, record-keeping, distribution, storage, and recall.
• Monitoring unsterile and outdated supplies is vital to maintain safety in the operating room.

Key Success Factors

• Previous exposure to collaborating amidst several departments and clinical divisions within a sizable, intricate healthcare institution would be advantageous.
• Exceptional skills in problem-solving and critical thinking are required.
• Outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are important.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience is required.
• Applicants must be a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Must have (BLS) Basic Life Support certification or obtain it within (30) thirty days of starting the job.