Laboratory Director

Pride Health; Kansas; On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pride Health seeks an experienced Lab Director to oversee the operations of a hospital-based clinical laboratory, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality, and staff development. The role requires leadership across multiple departments and a strong focus on patient care and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include directing lab sections such as Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology and Urinalysis, while maintaining budget, quality metrics, and collaborative relationships with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a science field relevant to medical laboratory work.
• ASCP Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily operations of the clinical laboratory across departments (Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Urinalysis).
• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, CMS, OSHA and accreditation standards.
• Manage laboratory staff including hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations and development.
• Monitor quality assurance, quality control, proficiency testing and performance metrics.
• Develop and implement policies to enhance operational efficiency and patient care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership and hospital administration.
• Oversee budgeting, inventory management, equipment maintenance and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science/Biology/Chemistry

ASCP Certification

Job description

Lab Director – Clinical Laboratory (Permanent)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with On-Call Rotation

Salary: $110,000 – $125,000 Annually

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Lab Director to oversee the operations, quality, compliance, and personnel management of a hospital-based clinical laboratory. The Lab Director will ensure efficient laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, quality patient care, and staff development while supporting the organization's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily operations of the clinical laboratory, including Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, Urinalysis, and related departments.
• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, CMS, OSHA, and other regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Manage laboratory staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and professional development.
• Monitor quality assurance, quality control, proficiency testing, and laboratory performance metrics.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and patient care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and hospital administration to support clinical and organizational objectives.
• Oversee budgeting, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related science field.
• ASCP Certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of hospital laboratory experience.
• Minimum 2 years of laboratory supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience across multiple areas of the hospital laboratory.
• CAP survey and accreditation experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.