Laboratory Director: Strategy, Operations & Quality

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Department leader to direct strategic and operational goals in collaboration with the Medical Director and clinical stakeholders. You will oversee day-to-day administration, policy development, and regulatory compliance to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role requires 5+ years of clinical and leadership experience, MT certification (ASCP/AMT/AAB), and a master’s in healthcare administration preferred for strategic growth and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related science required; or Associates and 7 years of MT experience.
• 5 years of clinical experience with progressive leadership experience required.
• Certification as MT/ASCP/AMT/AAB; AAB provisional certification not accepted required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and monitors strategic and tactical goals for the Laboratory Department with Medical Director and stakeholders.
• Directs day-to-day administrative aspects including financial, operational and HR issues.
• Develops and approves technical/operational policies; ensures regulatory/accrediting compliance.
• Creates an efficient, accountable team environment with staff and customers (physicians, nursing, outreach clinics).
• Ensures highest standards of patient safety and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related science

Associates in Medical Technology with 7 years of Medical Technologist experience

Master’s in Business Administration or Health Administration (Preferred)

Job description

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Department leader to direct strategic and operational goals in collaboration with the Medical Director and clinical stakeholders. You will oversee day-to-day administration, policy development, and regulatory compliance to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role requires 5+ years of clinical and leadership experience, MT certification (ASCP/AMT/AAB), and a master’s in healthcare administration preferred for strategic growth and organizational