Director - Lab Information Systems - Labs Admin - AM (006)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 89,880 - 146,055; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Paid parental leave

PSLF program eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a senior informatics and IT leader to plan, implement, and direct computer-related technologies across Lab Medicine, Anatomic Pathology, Outpatient Testing, and community labs. You will manage IT support for clinical lab functions, strategic planning, asset management, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance while guiding subordinate staff.

The role requires strong leadership and an ability to translate clinical needs into robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
• Seven years of related experience required.
• MT (ASCP) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct laboratory informatics and IT support.
• Coordinate asset management for IT needs in labs.
• Direct informatics projects and liaise with end-users.
• Ensure compliance with quality, regulatory and licensing standards.

Skills

7 years of related experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $89,880 - $146,055 / year

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description: To plan, implement, direct and evaluate the implementation and maintenance of laboratory computer related technologies and informatics support for assigned laboratory areas within the UAB Health System: Lab Medicine, Anatomic Pathology, Outpatient Testing and multiple community/remote labs. To direct informatics support for clinical lab-related functions, strategic planning, asset management for IT needs, lab outreach, Lab Medicine, Anatomic Pathology, and Blood Bank IT support. To organize and direct new technological, clinical enhancement projects. To serve as the liaison with multidisciplinary end-users of laboratory information. To ensure the highest standards of quality and regulatory, accrediting and licensing standards. To manage IT-related subordinate personnel. To adhere to all governing policies applicable to laboratory standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Medical Informatics, Business, Mathematics, Medical Technology or related field and seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. MT (ASCP) or equivalent preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.