Lead & Optimize Laboratory Operations in a Dynamic Healthcare Environment
Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking an experienced Director of Laboratory Services on behalf of a premier healthcare organization, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. This leadership role is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional to manage and optimize daily laboratory operations while supporting the strategic vision of the Vice President of Laboratory Operations. If you have a passion for laboratory management and a strong background in clinical laboratory services, we’d love to hear from you!
Why This Role?
Direct Impact: Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services and smooth workflows.
Operational Leadership: Implement effective strategies to enhance laboratory efficiency and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership, staff, and departments to ensure laboratory services are integrated seamlessly within the larger healthcare system.
Career Growth: As a key member of the leadership team, you’ll have the opportunity to shape and improve laboratory services at a growing, multi-specialty organization.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Operations Management: Supervise and manage all aspects of laboratory services, ensuring optimal functioning and compliance with CLIA, CAP, and HIPAA regulations.
Team Leadership & Development: Lead a dedicated team of laboratory professionals, including hiring, training, and providing ongoing support to foster a collaborative and high-performance environment.
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure the laboratory meets the highest quality standards, consistently passing regulatory inspections and maintaining proper certifications.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in laboratory operations, implementing best practices to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Collaboration with Senior Leadership: Work with the VP of Laboratory Operations and other executive leaders to align laboratory services with organizational goals.
Budget & Resource Management: Support budget creation and oversee resource allocation, ensuring laboratory services operate within financial parameters while maintaining quality.
Technology & Equipment Management: Work with IT and technical teams to ensure the effective integration of laboratory technologies, systems, and equipment.
What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Minimum 5+ years of experience in laboratory management or operations within a healthcare or clinical setting.
Proven experience in managing laboratory services with a focus on efficiency, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Strong understanding of molecular diagnostics, clinical laboratory operations, and healthcare workflows.
Certifications & Skills
Certification as a Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or equivalent is preferred.
In-depth knowledge of CLIA, CAP, COLA, and HIPAA regulations.
Strong background in financial management, including budgeting, resource allocation, and cost control.
Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and laboratory automation technologies.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage teams and collaborate with various departments.
Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma is a plus.
Why Join This Organization?
This is your chance to make a direct impact on the success of laboratory operations while working within a dynamic healthcare environment. As Director of Laboratory Services, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of laboratory services, all while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Lighthouse Lab Services is recruiting top candidates for this critical role. Apply today and help lead the way in advancing laboratory services!
About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 21 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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