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Location Address: 1001 Silver SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4904
Summary: Presbyterian Healthcare Services (PHS) seeks a distinguished, clinically grounded executive to serve as the Director, GI Services. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the strategic planning, operational excellence, and financial stewardship of Gastrointestinal (GI) and perioperative services across all Central New Mexico (CNM) sites.
The Director will serve as a high-visibility nursing leader, bridging the gap between administrative strategy and frontline clinical practice. In a landscape of evolving regulatory requirements and complex provider dynamics, the Director will be tasked with standardizing nursing practices, enhancing the physician-led care model, and driving cost-effective, high-quality patient outcomes. This role requires a sophisticated leader who can harmonize the needs of the medical staff, the Anesthesia Division, and the broader PHS system.
Job Description: Strategic & Financial Leadership
Collaborate with the PMG COO to establish surgical program policies and develop performance indicators. Prepare and monitor department operating and capital budgets; assist in the development of business plans to grow operational opportunities. Direct labor productivity management and supply chain functions to ensure cost-effective care.
Clinical & Nursing Excellence
Serve as a nursing leader to enhance the organization's care model and support Shared Governance. Work directly with the Anesthesia Division to establish and standardize PACU and post-anesthesia nursing care standards. Assure compliance with all quality, regulatory (The Joint Commission), infection control, and safety initiatives.
Operational & HR Management
Direct all phases of personnel management, including hiring, coaching, and professional development of management-level staff. Oversee the implementation of change projects and strategic initiatives across multiple surgical sites. Ensure vendors are in compliance with regulatory and internal processes; support VAT champions with data for contract decisions.
Relationship Management & Communication
Facilitate effective communication between administration, medical staff, patients, and the public. Act as a conflict resolution expert and problem solver across the GI care path. Participate in Medical Staff section meetings and organizational nursing management groups.
Additional Job Description:
Bachelor's Degree required in Nursing (BSN preferred), Business, or Hospital Administration. Master's Degree preferred (or currently enrolled with completion within 5 years). State of New Mexico Nursing License required. Lean Six Sigma Certification is highly preferred.
Knowledge and Work Experience
Leadership Depth: 3 to 5 years of demonstrated leadership in a management-level healthcare position. Process Improvement: Proven experience with formal process improvement methods (Lean, LSS, PDSA) to drive operational efficiency. Clinical Acumen: Deep understanding of perioperative standards, GI lab operations, and anesthesia coordination. Financial Literacy: Strong track record in budget planning, execution, and capital allocation management. Collaborative Style: Ability to partner effectively with physicians and executive leadership to align clinical needs with business objectives. System Perspective: Experience managing multi-site operations and standardizing practices across a regional health system.
Benefits
Benefits are effective day-one (for .45 FTE and above) and include:
- Competitive salaries
- Full medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Free wellness programs
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Retirement plans, including matching employer contributions
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Life insurance and short/long term disability programs
About Us
Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system ofnine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state's largest private employer with approximately 11,000 employees.
Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, employees, board members, and other volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than 700,000 New Mexicans.
We are part of New Mexico's history-and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come. About New Mexico
New Mexico's unique blend of Spanish, Mexican and Native American influences contribute to a culturally rich lifestyle. Add in Albuquerque's International Balloon Fiesta, Los Alamos' nuclear scientists, Roswell's visitors from outer space, and Santa Fe's artists, and you get an eclectic mix of people, places and experiences that make this state great.
Cities in New Mexico are continually ranked among the nation's best places to work and live by Forbes magazine, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, and other corporate and government relocation managers like Worldwide ERC.
New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore, and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
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Presbyterian Healthcare Services
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability
Apr 15, 2026