Clinical Director

About the Role

The Clinical Director is responsible for overseeing and developing the ambulatory surgical center’s clinical departments through key tasks such as hiring, evaluating, mentoring, scheduling, and supervision. The role requires proven yet flexible strategies to support continued business growth, rapid problem‑solving, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence to engage staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop the ambulatory surgical center’s clinical departments, including hiring, evaluating, mentoring, scheduling, and supervision.
• Implement staff development programs and quality‑assurance initiatives.
• Monitor budgets for service programs and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Collaborate with the management team and communicate effectively across the organization.
• Develop and plan strategies to manage program growth and ensure business sustainability.
• Generate revenue for clinical services and manage client billing processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as Joint Commission and CMS standards of care.
• Lead performance‑improvement and quality‑improvement activities.
• Maintain strong communication skills and work flexible hours as needed.
• Utilize basic computer software, including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Attend all mandatory in‑services, meetings, and the annual Safety and Competency education session.
• Act in accordance with the Center’s vision, mission, and business objectives.

Schedule

Weekdays only – no holidays, weekends, or on‑call duties. Early mornings and later evenings may be required; the schedule is subject to change based on the surgical schedule and daily flow.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a professional nursing school; BSN required, MSN preferred.
• Current Texas Registered Nurse license.
• Current BLS and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• 2–5 years operating‑room or critical‑care nursing experience.
• At least two years supervisory experience in an outpatient surgery setting.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with physicians, employees, patients, and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Staff Nurse are required.
• Ambulatory experience is a plus; preference for surgical experience in pre‑op/PACU or perioperative nursing.