Job ID: 7bzvul8kje16Employment Type: Full-TimeRelocation Assistance Available: No

Director, Laboratory

Our Award-Winning Client, a nationally recognized organization known for its excellence in healthcare services, is seeking an experienced Director of Laboratory to lead their laboratory department in Mayfield, KY. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an organization that prides itself on its commitment to patient care and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards in alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee daily departmental operations, including patient care delivery, service levels, information technology integration, and complaint resolution.
• Monitor staffing activities such as hiring, orientation, evaluations, disciplinary actions, and continuous education efforts.
• Manage departmental budgets, ensuring compliance with allocated funding while optimizing operational efficiency.
• Direct internal and external audit processes and ensure successful accreditation outcomes.
• Foster a professional growth-oriented environment and encourage team development.
• Ensure the department integrates evidence-based practices into laboratory operations and protocols.
• Provide leadership in maintaining the laboratory's critical role in the continuum of care.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
2. Certification as a Medical Technologist (ASCP or equivalent).

Nice-to-Haves:

1. Proven leadership experience in laboratory operations within an acute care setting.
2. Experience managing department-level operations and driving results.

Required Skills

• Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in high-pressure environments.
• Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Familiarity with laboratory best practices and commitment to quality assurance and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.

Job ID: 7bzvul8kje16

Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.