Director of Endoscopy

Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence & Strategic Leadership
• Direct daily operations of the endoscopy unit, including pre-op, procedure rooms, and post-op recovery.
• Optimize patient scheduling, room turnover, and workflow efficiency to maximize department capacity.
• Develop and execute short- and long-term strategic plans aligned with organization goals.
• Establish, review, and update departmental policies, procedures, and evidence-based protocols.
• Quality, Safety, and Regulatory Compliance
• Maintain full readiness for regulatory inspections (e.g., The Joint Commission, CMS, AAAHC).
• Oversee strict compliance with infection control and high-level disinfection (HLD) standards for scopes.
• Lead departmental Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction scores, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Financial & Resource Management
• Formulate, monitor, and manage the annual operational and capital budgets.
• Analyze financial variances and implement cost-containment strategies without compromising care.
• Oversee supply chain management, inventory levels, and specialized vendor contracts.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, equipment, and instrument purchases.
• Human Resource Management
• Recruit, hire, onboard, retain, and mentor clinical and administrative personnel.
• Manage staffing grids, scheduling, and productivity metrics to align with patient volume.
• Foster a culture of accountability, open communication, safety, and professional growth.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Medical Staff & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Partner with the Medical Director of Endoscopy and GI physicians to align clinical practices.
• Collaborate with Anesthesia, Pathology, Central Sterile Processing, and Material Management.
• Act as the primary liaison between department staff, executive leadership, and physicians.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration (MHA), or Business (MBA).
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive healthcare management or supervisory experience. Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in an Endoscopy Unit, GI Lab, or Surgical/OR setting.
• Licenses & Certifications: Required: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Preferred: Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN) or Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR).

Skills & Core Competencies

• Deep knowledge of SGNA, ASGE, AORN, and AMMI standards for endoscope reprocessing.
• Strong financial acumen with proven experience managing P&L and capital equipment requests.
• Exceptional leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and data-driven quality tracking software.