Chief Laboratory Operations Leader

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health, part of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, seeks a senior leader to oversee a unit or department, developing goals and budgets, and ensuring alignment with institutional policies. The role emphasizes teamwork, strategic planning, and program development to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and extensive leadership experience within a health system, with a demonstrated ability to manage budgets, staff, and

Qualifications

• Experience leading a unit or department.
• Budgeting and financial planning skills.
• Policy development and implementation experience.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop goals and objectives for the department based on institutional policy and goals.
• Plan to achieve goals and set priorities.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff to meet service standards.
• Design, implement, and evaluate programs to improve outcomes and efficiency.
• Prepare and manage the operating budget for the unit or department.
• Communicate across departments to coordinate initiatives and share information.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Vanderbilt Health, part of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, seeks a senior leader to oversee a unit or department, developing goals and budgets, and ensuring alignment with institutional policies. The role emphasizes teamwork, strategic planning, and program development to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and extensive leadership experience within a health system, with a demonstrated ability to manage budgets, staff, and