Lab & Pathology Operations Leader

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking an Assistant Director to lead Laboratory & Pathology services. This role partners with the Laboratory Director to ensure high-quality, compliant diagnostic services across all disciplines and to oversee day-to-day operations, staffing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, workflow optimization, and strategic program development to support patient care and organizational goals in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science or related field.
• Master's preferred in Healthcare Admin, Business Admin, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of progressive laboratory experience.
• 2+ years in supervisory/leadership role in a clinical lab or pathology setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all laboratory and pathology service lines including clinical lab and anatomic pathology.
• Ensure daily operations, workflow efficiency, and service delivery.
• Lead regulatory compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission.
• Direct staff recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management.
• Monitor budgets, expenses, capital equipment planning, and vendor contracts.
• Drive strategic initiatives, Lean/Six Sigma, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with pathologists, clinicians, and administration to support patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science

Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration / Business Administration

Tools

ASCP or AMT certification

Job description

Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking an Assistant Director to lead Laboratory & Pathology services. This role partners with the Laboratory Director to ensure high-quality, compliant diagnostic services across all disciplines and to oversee day-to-day operations, staffing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, workflow optimization, and strategic program development to support patient care and organizational goals in a dynamic healthcare environment.