Lead Innovation & Excellence in Clinical Laboratory Operations
Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking a Vice President of Laboratory Operations on behalf of a premier multi-specialty healthcare organization dedicated to excellence in patient care. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a visionary laboratory executive to drive strategic innovation, optimize operations, and shape the future of diagnostic services. If you're an experienced leader with a passion for molecular diagnostics and laboratory management, we want to hear from you!
Why This Role?
Influence & Impact: Oversee all aspects of laboratory operations, ensuring cutting-edge diagnostics and operational efficiency.
Strategic Growth: Spearhead the expansion and modernization of lab services, including facility development, staffing, and new technology integration.
Leadership & Innovation: Drive best practices in compliance, workflow standardization, and patient-centered care.
Executive Collaboration: Work alongside senior leadership to align lab operations with the broader vision of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a forward-thinking strategy for laboratory operations, aligning with business objectives.
Operational Excellence: Manage all lab functions, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.
Financial & Business Acumen: Oversee budget management, cost optimization, and revenue growth strategies for laboratory services.
Regulatory & Quality Assurance: Maintain top-tier accreditation standards, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Technology & Process Improvement: Leverage emerging technologies and data-driven methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with clinical, IT, procurement, and administrative teams to integrate laboratory services seamlessly within the healthcare system.
What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience
Master’s degree (or higher) in Molecular Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field.
Minimum 10+ years of leadership experience in a clinical, hospital, or reference lab setting.
Strong background in molecular diagnostics and laboratory operations is essential.
Certifications & Skills
Certification as a Molecular Biologist (MB), Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS), or equivalent preferred.
Deep understanding of CLIA, CAP, COLA, and GLP/GMP regulatory standards.
Proven expertise in financial management, including budgeting, workforce planning, and cost control.
Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and laboratory technology integration.
Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills to engage with executive leadership, clinicians, and laboratory staff.
Why Join This Organization?
This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of laboratory medicine within a leading healthcare organization. As VP of Laboratory Operations, you will be at the forefront of laboratory innovation, leading a high-performing team and making a tangible impact on healthcare delivery.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Lighthouse Lab Services is actively recruiting top talent for this role. Apply today and let’s discuss how you can lead the transformation of laboratory operations!
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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