Laboratory Director

Pullman Regional Hospital; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision, Dental, HSA and Paid/"

Job summary

Pullman Regional Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Services Director to lead the department, oversee projects, and drive quality and efficiency across the laboratory operations.

The role requires advanced degrees in science or MLS with ASCP certification and at least three years of leadership experience in a clinical laboratory. Strong communication and strategic planning skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical or biological science, or a bachelor’s in medical laboratory technology.
• ASCP, or equivalent for MLS, is required.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in a Clinical Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to department team members.
• Oversee planning, execution, and completion of departmental projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage staffing levels and payroll functions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Quality management

Education

Doctoral/Bachelor/Master in chemical/physical/biological science or MLS

ASCP or MLS credential

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Pay Range

The base pay range for this position is $112,904.48-$179,854.48 Annual however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Title

Laboratory Services Director

Work Schedule for this Position

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Company Statement

Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community.

Position Overview

The department director is responsible for overseeing and leading a departmental team to achieve both departmental and organizational goals and objectives. The department director plays a crucial role in planning, organizing, and coordinating the activities of the departmental team, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of services and completion of projects.

A Day in the Life

• Provide leadership and direction to department team members.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture within the department and organization.
• Contribute to the development of departmental and organizational strategies.
• Implement and execute strategic plans to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of departmental projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Allocate resources efficiently to meet project and operational requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize expenditures.
• Manage staffing levels and recruit, train, and develop team members.
• Manage staff scheduling and payroll functions.

About You!

• Must have earned a doctoral, master's, or bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical or biological science, or a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• Education must be verified by a credentialing agency if the bachelor's degree was obtained outside of the United States.
• ASCP, or equivalent for an MLS, is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in a Clinical Laboratory is required.
• Proven experience in leadership and team management.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and other relevant software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Utilize critical thinking to recognize problems, identify the cause, develop alternatives, and determine solutions where no preset criteria are available.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and strategically.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and foster innovation.
• Possesses a strong knowledge base for managing programs in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Competency Testing, Point of Care Testing and overall Laboratory Regulations.
• Demonstrates the ability to manage projects.
• Proven track record of being a self-starter to drive new technology and improvements in laboratory operation.
• Demonstrates the ability to delegate and mentor staff.

Company Perks

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
• Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Services Discount and EAP Resources

A Few More Important Points

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

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