Hospital Laboratory Director

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Hospital Laboratory Director to lead our clinical laboratory operations with energy and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of laboratory management, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant diagnostic testing services. Your leadership will drive excellence in laboratory procedures, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and uphold the highest standards of quality and safety. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to shape the future of laboratory services within a vibrant healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and operational management of the hospital’s clinical laboratory, ensuring adherence to CLIA regulations and hospital policies.
• Supervise and mentor laboratory staff, including medical technologists, technicians, and support personnel, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Oversee laboratory testing processes across disciplines such as clinical chemistry, hematology, blood banking, immunoassays, and molecular diagnostics (including PCR, RNA extraction, DNA isolation).
• Ensure rigorous quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) protocols are implemented consistently to maintain high standards of accuracy and reliability.
• Manage laboratory information systems (LIS), document management systems, and data collection processes for seamless workflow and compliance documentation.
• Coordinate specimen collection, processing, and analysis while ensuring proper venipuncture techniques and aseptic procedures are followed.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations including CLIA standards, OSHA requirements, and hospital policies; conduct regular audits and staff training sessions.
• Oversee scheduling management to optimize laboratory staffing levels for efficient operations while supporting staff development initiatives.
• Lead efforts in research laboratory activities or clinical trials as needed to support hospital innovation and scientific advancement.
• Monitor inventory levels of medical laboratory equipment and supplies; oversee calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in medical laboratory work within a hospital setting with comprehensive knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures across multiple disciplines.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising teams in a fast-paced environment; ability to motivate staff toward excellence.
• Extensive knowledge of laboratory techniques including ELISA, flow cytometry, immunoassays, hematology analyzers, clinical chemistry analyzers, blood banking procedures such as blood sampling and venipuncture.
• Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIS), document management systems, and data management tools for accurate record keeping.
• Strong understanding of CLIA regulations, QA/QC practices, and compliance management within healthcare laboratories.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret medical terminology accurately and convey complex technical information clearly.
• Ability to manage schedules effectively while maintaining high standards for quality assurance and safety protocols.
• Experience with blood banking procedures including specimen collection/processing and vital signs monitoring is preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to clinical testing processes; familiarity with hospital workflows enhances operational efficiency.

Join us as our Hospital Laboratory Director to lead with energy, ensure excellence in diagnostic services, and make a meaningful impact on patient care through innovative laboratory leadership!

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000