Laboratory Director – Lead Lab Ops & Quality Assurance

Ironside Human Resources; Fort Morgan (CO); On-site; USD 117,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Ironside Human Resources in Fort Morgan, Colorado, seeks a Laboratory Director to lead the hospital's laboratory operations and team. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits, with up to 6 months of housing assistance and a $20,000 sign-on bonus tied to a 2-year commitment.

The Laboratory Director will manage daily operations, personnel, and compliance, ensuring quality standards and regulatory adherence while guiding staffing, training, and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years MT/MLT experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field
• ASCP MT/MLT certification required
• Previous laboratory leadership experience preferred
• Must be able to work in Fort Morgan, CO community setting

Responsibilities

• Direct daily laboratory operations and personnel management
• Oversee hiring, orientation, training, and evaluations
• Maintain quality control and regulatory compliance
• Delegate technical responsibilities while upholding standards

Skills

Laboratory leadership

MT/MLT experience

Education

ASCP MT/MLT certification

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Full time | Ironside Human Resources | United States

Posted On 10/21/2026

Job Information

Health Care

City Fort Morgan

State/Province Colorado

80701

Job Description

A community hospital near Fort Morgan, Colorado is seeking a Laboratory Director to join its leadership team!

Pay: $117,000 - $183,000 / annually

Laboratory Director Opportunity:

• Up to 6 months of housing assistance provided
  
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs
  
• Leadership opportunity overseeing laboratory operations and personnel
  
• $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment
  

Laboratory Director Responsibilities:

• Direct daily laboratory operations and personnel management
  
• Oversee hiring, orientation, training, performance evaluations, and staff development
  
• Maintain quality control programs and regulatory compliance
  
• Delegate technical responsibilities while ensuring laboratory quality standards
  

Laboratory Director Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of MT/MLT experience required
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required
  
• ASCP certification as an MT or MLT required
  
• Previous laboratory leadership experience preferred
  
• Affordable cost of living with access to housing, shopping, and daily amenities
  
• Strong sense of community with a welcoming small-town atmosphere
  
• Outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, hunting, hiking, and camping
  
• Family-friendly area with local parks, schools, and community events