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Surgery Director Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

PRN Certified Surgical Tech

Reston, VA ยท On-site

$34.21 - $47.89/hr

This may include: direct patient care and observation, scrubbing and assisting the surgeon at the operative field, surgical room turnover between cases, collection and recording of pertinent clinical ...

PRN Certified Surgical Tech

Reston, VA ยท On-site

$34.21 - $47.89/hr

This may include: direct patient care and observation, scrubbing and assisting the surgeon at the operative field, surgical room turnover between cases, collection and recording of pertinent clinical ...

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How much do surgery director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for surgery director in Virginia is $122,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,800.00 and $135,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surgery director?

Surgery Directors are senior medical professionals responsible for overseeing the administrative and clinical operations of surgical departments within hospitals or healthcare organizations. They manage surgical staff, coordinate patient care processes, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and help develop departmental policies. Surgery Directors also play a role in budgeting, resource allocation, and strategic planning to improve surgical services. They often collaborate with other medical leaders to advance patient outcomes and maintain accreditation standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgery director?

To thrive as a Surgery Director, you need comprehensive surgical and medical knowledge, proven leadership experience, and an advanced degree (MD or DO), often with board certification in a surgical specialty. Familiarity with hospital management software, electronic health records (EHRs), and compliance systems such as Joint Commission standards is essential. Outstanding organizational, decision-making, and communication skills set top performers apart in managing surgical teams and coordinating patient care. These skills and qualifications ensure efficient surgical operations, high-quality patient outcomes, and regulatory compliance in a complex healthcare environment.

What are some common challenges faced by a surgery director in managing surgical teams?

A Surgery Director often encounters challenges such as balancing administrative duties with clinical oversight, ensuring effective communication among multidisciplinary team members, and maintaining high standards of patient safety and care. Coordinating schedules, managing resources, and addressing conflicts within the team are also frequent hurdles. Successful Surgery Directors use strong leadership and organizational skills to foster collaboration and continuously improve surgical outcomes, while adapting to regulatory changes and technological advancements.

What is the difference between Surgery Director vs Surgical Program Manager?

AspectSurgery DirectorSurgical Program Manager
CredentialsMedical degree, surgical residency, leadership experienceBachelor's or master's in healthcare administration or related field, experience in surgical settings
Work EnvironmentHospital or surgical center executive leadershipOperational management within surgical departments or programs
Employer & IndustryHospitals, health systems, surgical centersHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations
Primary FocusStrategic leadership, policy development, overall surgical program oversightProgram coordination, staff management, process improvement

The Surgery Director typically holds a medical degree and leads surgical departments at an executive level, focusing on strategy and policy. In contrast, the Surgical Program Manager manages daily operations and staff within surgical programs, often with a healthcare administration background. Both roles are vital in surgical settings but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Surgery jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Surgery jobs in Virginia are:

What are popular job titles related to Surgery Director jobs in Virginia?

For Surgery Director jobs in Virginia, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Surgery Director jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Surgery Director job openings:

Infographic showing various Surgery Director job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,456 per year, or $58.9 per hour.

Director Surgical Services

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center

Fredericksburg, VA โ€ข On-site

$110K - $176K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

This position is incentive eligible.
Salary Estimate: $110552.00 - $176883.20 / year
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Introduction

Executives thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nationโ€™s leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care in 21 states and the United Kingdom. We are looking for a Director Surgical Services for our Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center team where excellence creates excellence.

Benefits

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare has expanded our influence across the healthcare industry by investing $3.5 billion in capital improvements in recent years. Do you want to be an influencer in healthcare? Apply for our Director Surgical Services role today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Director of Surgical Services ensures high quality, patient-centered care through oversight of the overall function and staffing of the unit(s)/department(s) in addition to forecasting, planning, and budget monitoring. The Director fosters a culture of accountability and collaboration and supports the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures in support of facility objectives. 


Major Responsibilities: 


Quality 


  • Cultivates a superior clinical identity by identifying and implementing evidence-based practices to advance patient safety and quality outcomes. Ensures adherence to standards of care. 


  • Manages variation in clinical practice to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and cost. Ensures a culture of accountability and transparency in the provision of care. 


  • Stays abreast of internal/external benchmarks, accreditations, and designations and actively pursues efforts to achieve. 


  • Stays abreast of legal and regulatory standards and ensures compliance. Develops and implements policies, procedures, and practices in compliance with all legal/regulatory standards. 


  • Ensures equipment maintenance is performed regularly and according to regulatory and/or accreditation standards. 


  • Ensures efficient patient throughput and delivery of high quality, patient-centered care through volume forecasting, patient flow coordination, and admission/discharge planning. 


  • Develops care coordination policies and procedures to promote improved quality, safety, and efficiency in care. Fosters interdisciplinary communication and collaboration within and across departments and ensures staff with appropriate clinical competencies are assigned to meet patient care needs. 


  • Directs nursing practice and unit operations. Develops policies, procedures, and nursing standards to ensure patient and family needs are assessed, met, and evaluated. 


Service 


  • Provides leadership in attaining and sustaining an unparalleled patient experience. Instills accountability for providing consistent, positive patient interactions that differentiate the organization as a healthcare leader. 


  • Leverages various feedback mechanisms to benchmark performance and identify opportunities to improve customer/patient satisfaction. Develops and implements strategies to elevate the patient experience. 


  • Provides leadership to execute a strategic roadmap designed to enhance patient experience and achieve optimal outcomes. 


  • Collaborates with subject matter experts and patient experience leaders to ensure compliance with evidence-based practices that enhance patient experience and customer service. 


People 


  • Fosters a culture that inspires commitment to the vision/mission/values of the organization. Ensures employees are recognized, valued, and supported. Develops and implements strategies to elevate employee engagement. 


  • Identifies development opportunities or training needs of individual employees and teams. Provides coaching, feedback, and training to improve performance. 


  • Builds a competitively superior organization through attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining talent. Ensures people with the right skills and motivations are in the right role, at the right time, to meet business needs. 


Growth 


  • Collaborates with administrative team and physicians to enhance existing services or develop new service offerings. 


  • Identifies opportunities for expansion or development of new services and product lines to promote growth. Identifies stakeholder engagement strategies, technological advances, and other opportunities to drive differentiation and increase volume. 


Finance 


  • Participates in the annual budget process, including input into department revenue and expense forecasts, staffing, and supply and equipment needs. Monitors department budget performance; identifies trends and evaluates variances in relation to established budget. Develops and implements actions to address performance gaps. 


  • Ensures effective labor management, including position control, scheduling excellence, productivity management, and premium pay utilization. Maintains staffing to ensure appropriate patient care. 


  • Manages operating expenses, including the utilization of supplies and equipment. Identifies cost reduction opportunities and implements actions to achieve savings. 


Other 


  • Performs other duties as assigned. 


  • Practices and adheres to HCA Healthcareโ€™s โ€œCode of Conductโ€ and โ€œMission and Value Statement.โ€ 


Education & Experience: 


  • Bachelor's Degree or other approved education plan Required 


  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required 


  • Master's Degree Preferred 


  • 1+ years applicable experience Required 


  • 3+ years applicable experience Preferred 


Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 2010. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 130+ bed hospital is one of the leading community hospitals for the Fredericksburg area. The center is a part of HCA Virginia, which is the commonwealth's most comprehensive healthcare network. We offer a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical services. The services include a 24-hour emergency room, advanced-technology operating rooms, cancer care center, advanced imaging, heart and vascular care, obstetrics and neonatal care, intensive care and psychiatric care.

At Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity that provides both personal satisfaction and professional growth, apply to join HCA Healthcare as a Director Surgical Services. Unlock your leadership potential with HCA Healthcare.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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