Laboratory Director

KA Recruiting Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Full benefits package

Days schedule - No weekends

Job summary

KA Recruiting Inc. is seeking an experienced Laboratory Director for a full-time role in Chattanooga, TN, with days-only shifts and no weekends. Lead operations, quality initiatives, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced clinical environment to support high-quality diagnostic services.

The position oversees staffing, training, budgeting, vendor relations, and strategic performance improvements, ensuring CAP/CLIA-aligned practices and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of laboratory management experience in complex clinical settings.
• Hospital laboratory leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct laboratory operations and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Lead staffing, training, and performance management initiatives.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to improve service, quality, and financial performance.
• Monitor resource utilization and manage departmental budgets.
• Oversee vendor relationships and supply chain efficiencies.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and operational feedback.
• Maintain policies, procedures, and operational best practices.
• Foster a culture of accountability, professional growth, and exceptional service.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry

National Medical Technologist certification

TN state license

Job description

Full-Time, Days, No Weekends

A leading acute care hospital laboratory is seeking an experienced Laboratory Director to lead operations, quality initiatives, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced clinical environment. This role oversees laboratory operations, staff development, and strategic performance improvements while ensuring exceptional diagnostic services that support patient care.

The laboratory is part of a large healthcare network providing diagnostic services to hundreds of hospitals and clinical partners. The department includes automated core testing, high-complexity diagnostics, and quality-driven operations aligned with CAP, CLIA, and other regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct laboratory operations and ensure compliance with all regulatory and quality standards
• Lead staffing, training, and performance management initiatives
• Develop and execute operational strategies to improve service, quality, and financial performance
• Monitor resource utilization and manage departmental budgets
• Oversee vendor relationships and supply chain efficiencies
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and operational feedback
• Maintain policies, procedures, and operational best practices
• Foster a culture of accountability, professional growth, and exceptional service

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry
• National Medical Technologist certification
• TN state license
• 5+ years of laboratory management experience in complex clinical settings
• Hospital laboratory leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $95,000 - $140,000
• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
• Full benefits package
• Days schedule - No weekends