Hospital Laboratory Director - Nashville, TN

Job Title: Hospital Laboratory Director
Location: Nashville, TN (Relocation Assistance Available)
Job Type: Full-Time | Day Shift | No Weekends

Salary: $93,000 – $140,000 per year (Based on Experience)
Additional Compensation: $15,000 Sign-On Bonus Up to 17.5% Incentive Bonus

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary with performance incentives

• $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Up to 17.5% annual incentive bonus

• Day shift schedule with no weekend work

• Relocation assistance available (case-by-case)

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced Hospital Laboratory Director to lead and manage laboratory operations at a high-volume hospital environment. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing clinical laboratory services, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing staffing, and driving operational excellence while maintaining the highest standards of quality and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage daily laboratory operations including staffing, scheduling, and performance management.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards including CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, FDA, and CMS.

• Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.

• Monitor financial performance including utilization, cost control, and preparation of Monthly Operating Reviews (MORs).

• Manage vendor relationships, supply contracts, and operational policies and procedures.

• Delegate responsibilities effectively while providing training and guidance to ensure team success.

• Maintain high standards of quality, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry (Required).

• Master’s Degree (Preferred).

• National MT certification required.

• State laboratory license required for applicable states (including Tennessee).

• 5 years of progressive laboratory management experience, preferably in a hospital setting.

• Strong leadership, operational management, and regulatory compliance experience.

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.