Job Description
Title : Director – Cardiovascular Operating Room
Compensation : $127,000 – $160,000 / year (based on experience) + up to 17.5% annual performance bonus
Schedule : Full-Time, Days (Administrative Hours, No Weekends)
Location : Asheville, North Carolina
Position Summary :
A respected hospital in North Carolina is seeking a Director of Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) to oversee a dedicated 6-room cardiovascular surgical suite. This individual will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring high-quality patient care, efficiency, and regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of clinical excellence and collaboration. This role is uniquely focused on cardiac surgical services, separate from the general OR, with full oversight of financial, staffing, and operational performance.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead day-to-day operations, programs, and staff for the CVOR
- Oversee financial performance, staffing, and resource allocation
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards
- Direct operations to achieve safe, efficient, high-quality outcomes
- Establish and align departmental goals with hospital strategic initiatives
- Provide professional practice leadership and promote evidence-based care
- Support leadership growth, team development, and succession planning
Required Qualifications :
Master’s Degree in Nursing, or BSN with MBA, MHA, or related graduate degreeCurrent RN license (Compact accepted)BLS requiredNational Nursing Leadership Certification (to be obtained within 1 year if not already held)Minimum 3 years of progressive leadership experienceProficiency in computer applications (Word, Excel, internet / intranet systems, email)Preferred Qualifications :
MSN5+ years of progressive leadership experienceOpen heart surgery experience (required for consideration)Unit Information :
Dedicated CVOR with 6 Rooms (5 Traditional, 1 Hybrid)On-Call Team of 3 & Late Call Team in place36 FTEsCurrent Manager coverageCompensation & Incentives :
Base salary : $127,000 – $160,000 annually (based on experience)Incentive bonus : Up to 17.5% annuallySign-on bonus : Case by caseRelocation assistance : Case by caseBenefits Include :
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchTuition reimbursement & certification supportPaid time off, family leave, and disability coverageEmployee wellness and counseling resourcesAdditional voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal services, ID theft protection, etc.)