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Surgery Leadership Job Opportunities in the U.S. with AMN Healthcare

For Surgery Leaders seeking permanent positions in the U.S., AMN Healthcare currently offers 5 job opportunities across various states and cities. These roles span a wide range of clinical settings and are perfect for physicians seeking long-term stability while continuing to advance their careers. Whether you’re looking to join a prestigious academic institution, a busy hospital, or a growing healthcare center, AMN Healthcare’s network of employers offers numerous options for Surgery Leadership specialists across the United States.

Surgery Leadership Jobs for All Experience Levels in the U.S.A.

The job opportunities available through AMN Healthcare cater to Surgery Leaders at all career stages. In the U.S.A., the available positions require experience levels such as Director (14 jobs), Manager (7 jobs), and Vice-President (3 jobs). AMN Healthcare currently has job listings for many levels, ensuring that regardless of your professional background, you will find a position that aligns with your expertise and career goals.

Competitive Pay for Surgery Leaders in the U.S.

Surgery Leaders can expect competitive salaries for permanent positions through AMN Healthcare. Based on the 5 available job listings as of 6/2/26, the current pay range is between $102k and $164k, and $133k per year on average. This pay scale reflects the demand for specialized Surgery Leadership care across various healthcare settings, from urban hospitals to academic institutions across the U.S.A.

Salary Trends for Surgery Leadership Jobs in the U.S.

AMN Healthcare’s extensive database shows that salary trends for Surgery Leaders in the U.S. remain strong. Over the past year, the average annual salary for Surgery Leadership jobs was $185k, with the highest-paying position reaching $230k per year. These salary trends reflect the growing need for Surgery Leaders across the United States, and those who are open to relocating or taking on new challenges will find numerous opportunities for both professional and financial growth.

Diverse Facilities Offering Surgery Leadership Jobs in the U.S.A.

The job opportunities available through AMN Healthcare span a diverse range of healthcare facilities in the U.S. Over the past year, Surgery Leadership roles have been offered in Communities (8 jobs), Acute Cares (7 jobs), Health Systems (5 jobs), and Critical Access Hospitals (3 jobs). Whether you prefer a clinical environment, an academic setting, or an alternative practice location, AMN Healthcare has options to suit your professional preferences and career path. With flexible start dates and a variety of job offerings, AMN Healthcare makes it easy for Surgery Leaders to find the perfect role.

AMN Healthcare offers a wide range of permanent Surgery Leadership jobs across the U.S., catering to physicians at every stage of their career. With competitive salaries, roles in diverse healthcare settings, and numerous opportunities for professional growth, Surgery Leaders can find their next permanent position with ease.

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Find Surgery Jobs in Virginia

AMN Healthcare currently has permanent Surgery positions available in Virginia.
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Director of Surgical Services
  • Winchester, Virginia – 22601
  • June 16, 2026
Contact for Details
Winchester Medical Center, a flagship facility of the Valley Health System, is seeking a dynamic Director to lead and advance its Surgical Services program!The Position
  • The Director of Surgical Services will provide operational and clinical leadership for Surgical Services department, overseeing daily operations, surgery scheduling, staffing allocation, and resource utilization to optimize patient flow and OR efficiency. 
  • The Director will lead fiscal and operational management efforts, including budgeting, business planning, staffing strategies, and implementation of initiatives that improve operational performance and support surgical volume growth.
  • Partners with surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centered surgical care delivery. 
  • This leader will develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, goals, and standards to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation requirements, and organizational expectations. 
  • Monitor, analyze, and report operational and access-related KPIs, including block utilization, wait times, FCOTs, and TOTs, using data to drive efficiency and performance improvement initiatives.
  • The Director will recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate staff while fostering a collaborative culture focused on accountability, engagement, professional development, and continuous improvement. 
  • Must lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives within Surgical Services, driving standardization, operational excellence, and improved patient outcomes. 
  • Seeking a hands-on leader to collaborate across hospital departments and leadership teams to support seamless patient care coordination, implementation of new technologies, and advancement of strategic organizational initiatives.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field is required. 
  • Active RN license is required. 
  • A minimum of three years’ experience in progressive surgical services leadership is required.
The Organization
  • Winchester Medical Center (WMC), part of Valley Health, is a nationally recognized, non-profit regional referral center that delivers high-quality care with compassion and excellence. As a Magnet®-designated facility, WMC is distinguished for its commitment to nursing excellence and patient-centered care, earning widespread respect for clinical quality and innovation.
  • With 455 licensed beds, Winchester Medical Center serves as the flagship hospital for a six-hospital system, providing advanced medical services to a population of more than 400,000 residents across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. 
  • The facility offers a comprehensive array of services—including Level II trauma care, advanced heart and vascular treatment, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, and women’s and children’s services—not commonly available outside major academic medical centers. 
  • WMC is deeply committed to its mission of “Serving Our Community by Improving Health,” reflected in its investments in staff development, cutting-edge technology, and community outreach initiatives. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, the medical center continues to grow as a destination for exceptional care and as an employer of choice in the region.
The Community 
  • Winchester, Virginia, rests in the Shenandoah Valley near the scenic Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, and is only 1½ hours from Washington, D.C.
  • Hikers can access the Appalachian Trail from Winchester, while the Skyline Drive offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
  • One piece of trivia – the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester is one of the largest parades in the world.
  • Winchester is ranked as one of the best places to live in Virginia. Enjoy a suburban feel, with access to a plethora of restaurants, coffee shops and parks, as well as exceptional schools.
Please apply directly and for any further inquiries or referrals, direct them to:Christine YoungExecutive Recruiterchristine.young@amnhealthcare.com913-752-4532#BESmith#BESrecruitment#LI-CY1
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Clinical Manager Cardiovascular Operating Room
  • Winchester, Virginia – 22601
  • June 16, 2026
Contact for Details
Winchester Medical Center, a flagship facility of the Valley Health System, is seeking a dynamic Clinical Manager to lead and advance its Cardiovascular Operating Room program!The Position
  • The Clinical Manager, Cardiovascular Operating Room, will be responsible for providing leadership and direction in accordance with Winchester Medical Center’s organizational standards.
  • Department oversight includes the Cardiovascular, Thoracic, and Vascular services lines.
  • Reporting to the Director of Surgical Services, this leader will oversee a team of 20 FTEs across four ORs.
  • This leader’s primary responsibility will be to revitalize the CVOR program by conducting a comprehensive assessment and implementing targeted improvements to enhance operational efficiency. They will focus on growing the cardiovascular service line while driving a cultural shift to support engagement, accountability, and performance excellence among staff.
  • Ideal candidates will be strong change agents with exceptional relationship-building skills. Previous CVOR experience will be critical for success in this role.
Requirements
  • BSN required; MSN preferred.
  • Active RN license required.
  • Active CNOR certification required, or must be obtained within two years of hire.
  • A minimum of five years of progressive cardiovascular OR experience is required, including at least one year of leadership experience.
The Organization
  • Winchester Medical Center (WMC), part of Valley Health, is a nationally recognized, non-profit regional referral center that delivers high-quality care with compassion and excellence. As a Magnet®-designated facility, WMC is distinguished for its commitment to nursing excellence and patient-centered care, earning widespread respect for clinical quality and innovation.
  • With 455 licensed beds, Winchester Medical Center serves as the flagship hospital for a six-hospital system, providing advanced medical services to a population of more than 400,000 residents across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland.
  • The facility offers a comprehensive array of services—including Level II trauma care, advanced heart and vascular treatment, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, and women’s and children’s services—not commonly available outside major academic medical centers.
  • WMC is deeply committed to its mission of “Serving Our Community by Improving Health,” reflected in its investments in staff development, cutting-edge technology, and community outreach initiatives. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, the medical center continues to grow as a destination for exceptional care and as an employer of choice in the region.
The Community
  • Winchester, Virginia, rests in the Shenandoah Valley near the scenic Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, and is only 1½ hours from Washington, D.C.
  • Hikers can access the Appalachian Trail from Winchester, while the Skyline Drive offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
  • One piece of trivia – the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester is one of the largest parades in the world.
  • Winchester is ranked as one of the best places to live in Virginia. Enjoy a suburban feel, with access to a plethora of restaurants, coffee shops and parks, as well as exceptional schools.
Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:Christine YoungExecutive Recruiterchristine.young@amnhealthcare.com913-752-4532#BESmith#BESrecruitment#LI-CY1#HEC
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Find Surgery Jobs in Illinois

AMN Healthcare currently has permanent Surgery positions available in Illinois.
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Operating Room Nursing Manager
  • Carbondale, Illinois – 62901
  • June 16, 2026
$102k to $164k
Yearly Pay*
Join Southern Illinois Health, an award-winning organization, and drive excellence as you enter the role of Operating Room (OR) Nurse Manager in Carbondale, Illinois! ?The Position
  • The OR Manager will lead the Operating Room (OR) unit and will oversee surgical services within the healthcare facility. 
  • The OR Manager will focus on stabilizing the team, building a cohesive culture, coordinating both patient care and staff services, and implementing process improvements within the OR.
  • The leader will be responsible for evaluating staff competencies, department policies, and procedures to ensure the best practices are in place while enforcing a high level of accountability throughout the department.
  • The OR Manager will assist with preparations for TJC, IDPH, and IPT regulatory surveys, and will ensure compliance in alignment with local, state, and federal regulations. 
  • Seeking a hands-on leader to establish credibility with surgeons and staff members while also assisting with mentoring and coaching staff, patient-focused culture, and building collaborative relationships within 55 FTE department size managing about 10 Operating Rooms.
  • This leader must bring excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills to optimize departmental performance while achieving both short-and-long-term goals. In addition, this leader will ideally bring extensive clinical, leadership, and high acuity experience.
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
  • Active RN license required.
  • Active BLS certification is required; ACLS, NRP, PALS, ENPC, and/or TNCC certifications are strongly preferred. 
  • A minimum of four years of clinical experience including a minimum of two years of related leadership experience is required. 
Compensation Details
  • The base salary range for this position is $102,000 to $164,000 annually. In addition, a leader may be eligible for other benefits, including but not limited to health insurance coverage, retirement benefits, and bonuses. The total compensation for the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The base salary range listed above is a good faith determination of potential base compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.
The Organization
  • Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) serves 16 counties throughout Illinois and consists of four hospitals and 30+ clinics. SIH offers a wide variety of specialty care including trauma, open heart surgery, comprehensive cancer care, women’s services, outpatient behavioral health, pediatrics, and robotic surgery. 
  • SIH has earned several awards including the “Get With The Guidelines Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award” from the American Heart Association for their heart-failure programs. SIH was also recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care” for two consecutive years. 
  • In an effort to improving the health and well-being of all of the patients throughout the communities that they serve, SIH abides to their core values including Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, Stewardship, Accountability, and Quality. 
  • SIH is extremely involved throughout their communities and strives to engage consistently including community outreach programs, partnerships, and expansion of services. 
The Community 
  • Carbondale is home to a thriving business community strongly boosted by Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, recognized nationally for outstanding education, research, and athletics.
  • When it comes to diverse things to see and do, Carbondale brings its A-game. The Shawnee National Forest is Mother Earth's 280,000-acre playground, offering breathtaking beauty and activity for nature lovers of all shapes and sizes.
  • Home of Southern Illinois University and the gateway to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, the wild beauty of the rolling hills of Illinois awaits you. This Midwestern town allows you to escape the fast pace of big city life, offering you that remote unparalleled feeling.
  • Centrally located between St. Louis, MO, Nashville, TN and Memphis, TN you are within driving distance to some amazing cities for longer weekend adventures! 
Please apply directly and for any further inquiries or referrals, direct them to:Sheetal KesariExecutive Search Directorsheetal.kesari@amnhealthcare.com913-752-4571#BESmith#BESRecruitment#HEC 
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Surgery Leadership Job Statistics Across the US

Based on historical data for past placements of Surgery Leaders across the USA, we can offer the insights healthcare providers need to steer their career. Below are the salary ranges for Surgery Leaders over the last 3 months, alongside additional useful statistics about healthcare facilities hiring in the Surgery Leadership specialty.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Surgery Leadership Jobs

How many Permanent Surgery Leader jobs are available in the US from AMN?

As of 6/2/26, AMN Healthcare had 5 exclusive job opportunities for Permanent Surgery Leadership professionals in the US.

What is the salary range for Surgery Leadership jobs in the US today?

Pay rates for Surgery Leadership professionals in the US currently range from $102k to $164k annually for permanent positions.

What is the historical salary range for Surgery Leadership jobs in the US?

Based on the last 12 months of data, pay rates for Surgery Leadership jobs in the US have ranged from $102k to $230k annually for permanent positions.

What is the average salary for a Permanent Surgery Leader?

Based on historical data, the average pay for Surgery Leadership jobs in the US is $185k a year for permanent jobs.

Which types of facilities hire the most Surgery Leaders in the US?

Of the 19 Surgery Leadership jobs recently filled for Permanent Physician positions, the types of facilities hiring included Community, Acute Care, and Health System facilities.

* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.