Laboratory Director: Lead Clinical Lab Excellence

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Eastport (TN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Newport Medical Center in Newport, TN is seeking a Director of Laboratory to lead the clinical laboratory’s operations, quality programs, and regulatory compliance across on-site and affiliate sites. You will supervise staff, manage payroll, and align lab activities with hospital objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemistry/Biology or physical science, a MLS/ASCP certification, and 3–5 years of leadership in a high-complexity lab; Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; meets CLIA high complexity requirements.
• MLS/MT certification and state license where applicable.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lab operations, ensure regulatory compliance and quality control.
• Manage payroll, staffing, and staff development.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to meet productivity goals and improve service delivery.
• Monitor budget and resource utilization to optimize performance.
• Ensure accurate reporting and data integrity across the department.
• Lead quality assurance and accreditation readiness activities.
• Promote continuing education and professional development for lab staff.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology or Physical Science

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Tennova Newport Medical Center in Newport, TN is seeking a Director of Laboratory to lead the clinical laboratory’s operations, quality programs, and regulatory compliance across on-site and affiliate sites. You will supervise staff, manage payroll, and align lab activities with hospital objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemistry/Biology or physical science, a MLS/ASCP certification, and 3–5 years of leadership in a high-complexity lab; Master’s preferred.