Laboratory Director – Daytime, No Weekends, $15k Sign-On

Energy Jobline ZR; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Medical Technologist certification and TN state license required.
• 5+ years of hospital laboratory management experience.
• Strong regulatory and quality-compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Direct laboratory operations and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Lead staffing, training, and performance management initiatives.
• Develop and execute 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 accountability, professional growth, and exceptional service.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality systems

Education

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

Medical Technologist certification

TN state license

Job description

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.