Job Title: Operating Room Director
Location: St. Paul, MN (Onsite)
Duration: 9 12 Months Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Interim Director of Operating Room (OR) Services to lead a high-impact operational improvement initiative within a healthcare environment. This role is responsible for assessing, stabilizing, and optimizing perioperative operations while driving performance improvement, accountability, and cultural transformation across the OR department.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess and improve OR operations, including throughput, scheduling, staffing models, case flow, and block utilization
Identify operational gaps and implement process improvement initiatives
Improve efficiency, resource utilization, and overall operational performance
Evaluate team dynamics, culture, engagement, and accountability across surgeons, anesthesia, nursing, and OR leadership
Coach leaders and staff to strengthen performance expectations and professional standards
Support performance management initiatives and address operational or behavioral concerns
Establish standardized workflows, operational processes, and leadership expectations
Partner with executive leadership, HR, and clinical teams to drive sustainable improvements
Develop recommendations for future organizational structure, staffing models, and governance processes
Create a transition plan to ensure long-term success after the engagement ends
Required Qualifications:
Proven experience as an Operating Room Director, Perioperative Director, or similar leadership role
Strong background in perioperative services and healthcare operations
Experience leading operational turnaround, performance improvement, and cultural transformation initiatives
Strong leadership, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
Experience partnering with physicians, surgeons, anesthesia teams, and executive leadership
Ability to analyze operational metrics and implement process improvements
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications:
RN, CRNA, or other clinical healthcare background
Minimum 5 years of relevant clinical experience
Experience in pediatric healthcare environments
Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Key Focus Areas:
OR Throughput & Efficiency
Block Utilization & Governance
Staffing Optimization
Performance Management
Leadership Development
Culture Transformation
Operational Excellence
Change Management
Strategic Planning
Target Titles:
Director of Operating Room Services
Perioperative Director
Surgical Services Director
Director of Perioperative Services
Interim OR Director
Director of Surgical Operations
Operating Room Manager
Perioperative Operations Leader
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a proven healthcare operations leader who can quickly assess challenges, drive measurable improvements, and create a sustainable roadmap for long-term success.
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