Director

Job Description

Join our Wausau, WI Team!

Director of Surgical Services

Salary Range : $165,000 to $215,000 + Executive-Level Benefits

Requirements to Apply

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field strongly preferred
• Minimum five years of management experience as a Director or higher within surgical services
• Broad experience overseeing multiple facilities or a large, complex surgical services line (this role oversees 12 sites)
• Minimum ten years total experience in Surgical Services, including both clinical and leadership roles

Director of Surgical Services Job – Wausau, WI – Lead Multi-Site Surgical Services Across 12 Regional Facilities

Job Overview

We are seeking a Director of Surgical Services to lead, build, and standardize surgical services across 12 regional sites. This newly created role will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and clinical expertise to unify surgical services across multiple hospitals. The Director will work collaboratively with executive leadership, service line administrators, and medical staff to implement scalable models, optimize resources, and drive measurable performance improvements across all sites.

Key Responsibilities

What Are the Benefits?

Where?

This role is based in Wausau, Wisconsin—home to a vibrant community, four-season recreation, and one of the nation's Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals. With access to rivers, trails, cultural amenities, and a strong school system, Wausau offers both professional opportunity and an outstanding quality of life.

Who Are We?

We are a mission-driven, nonprofit regional health system serving Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. As a nationally recognized leader in rural health and clinical excellence, we are committed to innovation, collaboration, and the compassionate care of our communities. Join our leadership team and help shape the future of care across a trusted, integrated health system.