Director, Laboratory

Allina Health; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Lab Director to lead operations across multiple hospital laboratories. This role requires a strong leader who can manage budgets, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have a background in medical technology and significant management experience. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care while being part of a supportive and innovative team that prioritizes well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical/Dental Insurance

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Paid Caregiver Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive management accountability in a hospital laboratory setting.
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of multiple laboratory sites, ensuring compliance and quality.
• Manage budgets and implement process improvements for service goals.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Regulatory Compliance

Employee Engagement

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology

Master's degree

Tools

Laboratory Management Systems

Job description

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

April 11, 2025

Department:

72006301 Central Lab Administration

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

Job Description:

The Lab Director will support operations of 6 Allina Health hospital laboratories with regulatory, staffing, system and site projects. The assigned hospitals are United (St. Paul), United Hastings campus, River Falls, Faribault, Owatonna and New Ulm.

Provides leadership and oversight for the overall operations and strategic direction of multiple laboratory sites and departments that support the laboratory mission. Accountable for developing and managing budgets, meeting hospital service levels, meeting regulatory requirements, and providing an environment that fosters employee engagement.

Principle Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, development, and coordination of system-wide laboratory operational strategies.
  • Directs, monitors and oversees implementation of process improvements to meet or enhance quality and service goals of business unit(s) and hospital(s).
  • Takes accountability and resolves next level escalation on customer service issues.
  • Serves on interdisciplinary committees to plan and implement system initiatives.
• Manages employees and holds them accountable for role responsibilities, competencies, individual performance and goals.
  • Supports the recruitment, interviewing, hiring and onboarding process.
  • Conducts ongoing coaching, assessment, training and education of staff.
  • Completes and conducts employee performance reviews.
  • Responsible for engagement of employees and contributing to annual department-wide engagement plan.
• Develops and implements operations budgets for assigned cost centers.
  • Actively monitors lab system financial, volume, and productivity data, and collaboratively implements tactics to meet or exceed targets.
  • Implements cost reduction opportunities when identified.
  • Provides recommendations for the capital budget.
• Ensures compliance with all federal regulations including the College of American Pathologists, Occupational Safety & Health Administration, Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
  • Develops and maintains laboratory policies and procedures in collaboration with key laboratory stakeholders.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field
• 5+ years of progressive management accountability
• 5+ years of management experience, preferably in a Hospital Laboratory setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree

Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) preferred or AMT certification preferred upon hire

Physical Demands

• Sedentary: Lifting weight Up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $59.75 to $82.67 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience and education. Additional incentives may be available, including discretionary monetary bonuses, goal-based bonuses, and other financial incentives.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Paid Caregiver Leave

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.