Join an Iowa medical center as their next Interim Director of Surgical Services! 

The Position

• An Interim Director of Surgical Services is needed to oversee operations within the surgical unit which contains seven operating rooms. 
• This role will oversee approximately 50+ FTEs and will oversee services pertaining to OR, PAT, PACU, and Sterile Processing. 
• The leader will focus on refining policies and procedures, preparing for a Joint Commission survey, conducting a SWOT analysis of current operations, and optimizing costs while improving patient quality and safety.
• A strong, hands-on leader with experience in small and rural facilities is preferred. The candidate must be visible, approachable, and skilled at building relationships with staff and physicians.
• Must be available to start within 2–3 weeks of acceptance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required.  
• Active IA and/or compact RN license is required. 

Compensation Details

• Compensation Range: $180,000 to $185,000 annually. 
• The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits.
• The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

The Community

• Sioux City, Iowa, home to economic agricultural developments, sits in the heart of the Midwest and has a small town feel with big-city entertainment such as historical sites, renowned restaurants, and shopping options
• The city has been named “All-America City” by the National Civic league
• Forbes ranked Sioux City in the top 15 Best Places for Business and Careers, and the city ranked in the top 10 for Emerging Logistics/Distribution Growth Potential in an area with less than 200,000 residents
• The city sits just 25 miles from Le Mars, the “Ice Cream Capital of the World”, home to the Wells family company and founders of Blue Bunny Ice Cream 

Interim Leadership with B.E. Smith

• Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path.
• Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration.
• As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling withholdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions.
• Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience.
• Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter.
• B.E. Smith is continuously addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a commitment to transparent communication. We strive to mitigate its impact on clients, healthcare workers, employees, and stakeholders of B.E. Smith. Upholding our integrity, we remain dedicated to sharing timely updates and insights, guided by our core value of “Doing the Right Thing.”

Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:

Cristina Gadaleta

Executive Recruiter

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#BESRecruitment

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