Director of Surgical Services

Gateway Regional Medical Center | Granite City, Illinois

Lead the Future of Surgical Excellence

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, we believe exceptional surgical care begins with exceptional leadership.

We are seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Operations to lead our perioperative services and drive operational excellence across our surgical departments. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative healthcare leader who is passionate about improving patient outcomes, empowering teams, partnering with physicians, and creating an exceptional surgical experience for every patient.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact on a growing hospital and lead meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Snapshot

Location: Granite City, Illinois

Department: Surgical Operations

Position: Full-Time | Exempt

Annual Salary: $124,675.81 - $187,013.71

‍⚕️ Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer

Why Join Gateway Regional Medical Center?

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, you'll join a leadership team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while investing in the people who make it possible.

We Offer

• Competitive executive compensation


• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance


• Generous Paid Time Off


• Retirement Plan with Employer Match


• Employee Assistance Program


• Leadership Development Opportunities


• Collaborative Executive Leadership Team


• Opportunity to shape the future of Surgical Services

Your Impact

As the Director of Surgical Operations, you'll provide strategic and operational leadership for all perioperative services, ensuring our patients receive safe, efficient, and exceptional surgical care.

You'll partner closely with physicians, nursing leaders, and hospital administration to:

• Lead daily operations across all perioperative and procedural areas


• Improve surgical throughput, first-case on-time starts, and operating room efficiency


• Foster a culture centered on patient safety, quality, and continuous improvement


• Build and develop high-performing surgical teams


• Drive employee engagement, accountability, and professional growth


• Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and operational resources


• Lead quality initiatives and maintain regulatory readiness


• Support service line growth and long-term strategic planning

We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing


• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license


• Current BLS certification


• Minimum three (3) years of Operating Room experience


• Demonstrated leadership experience in a perioperative or surgical services environment


• Strong operational, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)


• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field


• Previous experience leading multidisciplinary surgical teams


• Experience with budgeting, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and physician collaboration

The Leader We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who:

✔ Inspires and develops high-performing teams

✔ Builds strong physician relationships

✔ Makes data-driven decisions

✔ Champions patient safety and quality

✔ Leads with integrity, accountability, and compassion

✔ Thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment

Why This Role Matters

Every successful surgery begins long before a patient enters the operating room.

Your leadership will influence patient safety, employee engagement, physician satisfaction, operational efficiency, and the overall success of our surgical services. This position offers the opportunity to create lasting improvements that impact thousands of patients each year.

If you're looking for more than your next leadership position-and want the opportunity to shape the future of perioperative care-we invite you to apply.

Join Our Team

Become part of Gateway Regional Medical Center and help lead the next chapter of surgical excellence.

Apply today and make a difference where leadership matters most.

Gateway Regional Medical Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.