Executive Director-Surgical Services

The Executive Director is responsible for the effective operation of Surgical and Orthopaedic Services at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and Methodist West Hospital. Position also includes responsibility for employed CRNA’s at Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Laser Eye Center, and Iowa Methodist Medical Center Endoscopy.

As a member of the UnityPoint Health – Des Moines operations team, the Executive Director will lead the assigned service line and the team’s commitment to quality, service, growth and fiscal accountability and will be held accountable for the accomplishment of the results as indicated in the annual strategic plan. The Executive Director creates a vision and strategic direction for the service lines, which supports the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of UPH-DM.

With the support of the administrative team and the strategic plan, the Executive Director assumes responsibility for the creation, development and implementation of new programs; seeking avenues of growth and new opportunities; guides the development of a patient centered service, which sets the standards in quality, service and cost. As the expert in the business of the service line, serves as an excellent resource and representative for the service line among health care providers, partners and students affiliated with the system.

The Executive Director promotes an environment, which encourages team members to gain new skills that advance the service line as well as themselves, and provides an environment that promotes trust and decision-making at the staff level.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

• Serves as the key leader and role model; balances team and individual responsibilities; performs all duties of a manager to the leadership of the areas of responsibility.
• Serves as the key business leader; responsible for administrative functions of the service line such as: development of budgets, marketing, strategic planning , development of partnerships and relationships
• Leads customer service and quality initiatives; evaluates outcomes and data in order to continuously improve operational processes, procedures & systems; integrates appropriate technology

• Demonstrates knowledge of the current and future health care environment; serves as liaison with providers to determine patient care services, procedures, protocols and policies are met; responsible for clinical services within the service line such as standards of care, clinical pathways and staffing plans
• Serves as a representative of UPH-DM on various committees and boards, supporting the care and services for patients and the community
• Organizes the OR Governance Committee meetings/agendas.
• Leads co-management agreements for IMMC, MWH, and ILH.