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Director Perioperative Service

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Banner Health

Director Perioperative Service

Greeley, CO

$61.40 - $102.34/hr

We are seeking an experienced leader to serve as the Director of Perioperative Services at Banner North Colorado Medical Center. In this key leadership role, you will oversee a high‑performing team ...

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How much do perioperative jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for perioperative in the United States is $127,543.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $150,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges perioperative nurses face in coordinating care between surgical teams and patients?

Perioperative nurses often face the challenge of balancing effective communication between surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and patients or their families. They must ensure that patient information, surgical plans, and post-operative care instructions are clearly conveyed and understood by everyone involved. Managing time efficiently during fast-paced surgical schedules and adapting to last-minute changes are also common hurdles. Building strong teamwork skills and developing clear protocols can help perioperative nurses navigate these challenges and provide safe, high-quality care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Perioperative Nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Perioperative Nurse, you need strong clinical skills in surgical care, knowledge of aseptic techniques, and a nursing degree with RN licensure—often supplemented by perioperative certifications like CNOR. Familiarity with surgical instruments, patient monitoring systems, and electronic health records (EHRs) is crucial. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are vital soft skills for ensuring patient safety and smooth coordination with surgical teams. These competencies are essential for minimizing surgical risks and delivering high-quality patient care in the operating room environment.

What is the difference between Perioperative vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectPerioperativeSurgical Technologist
CertificationsCPCT, CNOR (preferred)Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, pre-op, post-op areasOperating rooms, sterile fields
Job RoleSupports entire perioperative process, including pre-op, intra-op, post-opAssists during surgery, prepares sterile equipment
Industry UsageHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsHospitals, outpatient surgical centers

Perioperative professionals oversee the entire surgical process, including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care, often requiring broader responsibilities and certifications. Surgical Technologists focus mainly on assisting during surgeries by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile fields. Both roles are essential in surgical settings but differ in scope and certification requirements.

What are perioperative nurses?

Perioperative nurses, also known as operating room (OR) nurses, are registered nurses who provide care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures. They play a critical role in preparing patients for surgery, assisting surgeons during operations, and monitoring patients in the recovery phase. Perioperative nurses ensure a safe and sterile environment, manage surgical instruments, and support patients' physical and emotional needs throughout the surgical experience.
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Infographic showing various Perioperative job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,543 per year, or $61.3 per hour.
Director of Perioperative Services

Director of Perioperative Services

Prisma Health

Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Prisma Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 335 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

404th of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
Job Summary
Directs activities for specific assigned responsibilities within Prisma Health Perioperative Services. Uses clinical and managerial expertise to develop, implement and evaluate effective patient care delivery systems for Prisma Health Perioperative Services. Accountable for the delivery of quality patient care services, customer satisfaction (including patient, physicians, and employees) and financial results within area of responsibility. Responsible for meeting business and strategic objectives for Prisma Health Perioperative Services.
Accountabilities
  • Ensures the quality of patient care. Facilitates the development and deployment of policy, practices and programs that support quality care. - 20%

  • Facilitates, reviews, and approves the budget for assigned responsibilities within Prisma Health Perioperative Services, including estimates of future personnel and equipment needs. Assures that hospital resources are optimally utilized through participating in strategic planning and financial budgeting processes, and development of practices that achieve specific objectives and resolution of unfavorable performance variances. Provides leadership and implements strategies to provide cost effective quality care. - 15%

  • Reviews appropriate financial reports and makes modifications, if necessary, in Prisma Health Perioperative Services to reduce costs associated with supplies, staffing, service agreements and/or identifies sound alternatives for purchasing equipment and supplies. - 15%

  • Teams with Medical Director and Senior Administrator of Prisma Health Perioperative Services to develop and gain approval for clinical service strategies within the context of Prisma Health mission, vision and values. -10%

  • Collaborates with Senior Administrator of Prisma Health Perioperative Services and physicians to identify future opportunities, define the direction of Prisma Health Perioperative Services, develop, and implement plans to achieve identified goals. Goals to include OR efficiency, turnover time and patient through put targets across Perioperative continuum. - 10%

  • Collaborates with department staff to determine the qualifications and competence of department/service personnel who provide care and service. Creates an atmosphere with personnel where each individual is free to function at the highest possible level within the established lines of authority, providing assistance when needed. Develops capabilities of individuals and/or teams to promote quality care. - 10%

  • Assures interdisciplinary performance improvement programs are active, maintained and ongoing. Follows up to ensure that complaints have been satisfactorily handled. Collaborates to maintain a focus on providing excellent clinical services. - 5%

  • Performs a variety of human resource management functions including the interviewing, hiring, evaluating, counseling and terminating of assigned management and support staff. Provides coaching, mentoring, support and consultation to managers, colleagues, and staff. Fosters an empowered workforce through role clarification, delegation of responsibility and accountability. - 5%

  • Is knowledgeable of and adheres to Age Appropriate Standards of Care for the patient population(s) served by assigned units and services. Identifies patient and family needs of the populations served. Recommends and/or develops new programs and services to meet those needs. Assures that age-specific equipment, supplies and educational resources are available for assigned units/services. - 5%

  • Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, in-services, current literature and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in fields of expertise. Supports and promotes education and research. - 5%

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
Job has direct and/or indirect supervision of team members that may include final budget authority, hire/termination authority, performance appraisal responsibility and disciplinary authority. Job will be considered a member of management staff at Prisma Health or affiliate and will have direct reports.
Minimum Requirements
Master's Degree in related field. BSN also required.
5 years - Five (5) years nursing experience including progressive clinical management experience. Related clinical experience preferred.
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina.
Knowledge, Skills or Abilities
  • Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier).
  • Basic computer skills including word processing.
  • Mathematical skills
  • Patient Equip ( Suction, Vitals, Defib)
  • Experience with OR block schedule management - Required
  • Experience in a large hospital setting - Required
  • Director level experience - Preferred

In Lieu of
In lieu of the Master's degree requirement above, a BSN may be considered if the applicant signs a Memorandum of Understanding agreeing to enroll in an accredited related Master's degree program within one year and obtain a related Master's degree within two years.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
400 Palmetto Health Pky Parkri
Facility
1560 Baptist Parkridge Hospital
Department
15209035 Administrative and General
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