Director of Laboratory

Taphealthcare; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Sanford, Florida is seeking an experienced Director of Laboratory Services to lead their clinical laboratory. This role involves overseeing operations, ensuring quality assurance, and managing personnel to deliver effective diagnostic services. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of laboratory management experience and a relevant bachelor's degree. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, full benefits, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific field.
• Minimum eight years of laboratory management experience in a high-complexity setting.
• Intermediate computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Medical Technologist registry required (ASCP, NCA, AAB, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of laboratory operations including quality assurance.
• Manage personnel and budget oversight to ensure efficient lab performance.
• Implement process improvements for timely and accurate diagnostic services.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Master's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Position Overview

Tap Healthcare is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Laboratory Services to lead a high-volume, high-complexity clinical laboratory in Sanford, Florida. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for a professional with a proven track record in operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and team development within hospital-based or reference laboratory environments.

The Director will oversee all aspects of laboratory operations, including quality assurance, personnel management, process improvement, and budget oversight, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and cost-effective diagnostic services that support outstanding patient care.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific field.

Minimum eight years of laboratory management experience in a high-complexity, high-volume testing environment.

Intermediate computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Medical Technologist registry (ASCP, NCA, AAB, or equivalent) required.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in Business Administration or relevant scientific discipline.

Five to seven years of progressive leadership experience in laboratory operations or hospital administration.

Strong knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission standards.

Work Schedule: Full-time

Why Join Us at Tap Healthcare

At Tap Healthcare, we partner with healthcare organizations that value leadership, innovation, and operational excellence. As the Director of Laboratory Services, you will play a pivotal role in guiding a talented laboratory team, implementing best practices, and driving initiatives that enhance clinical performance and patient outcomes.

You\'ll have the opportunity to shape laboratory operations in a collaborative environment that supports professional growth, strategic decision-making, and continuous improvement. This position offers competitive compensation, full benefits, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Located in Sanford, Florida, this role combines the professional rewards of leading a top-tier diagnostic laboratory with the lifestyle benefits of living in a thriving Central Florida community known for its accessibility, quality of life, and proximity to Orlando\'s medical and research corridor.

Tap Healthcare is where laboratory leaders thrive driving precision, efficiency, and excellence in every diagnostic decision.