Laboratory Operations Director — Quality & Strategy

Kaiser Permanente; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Director of Laboratory Operations Management to direct day-to-day clinical laboratory operations in Tucker, Georgia. The role emphasizes timely reporting, quality assurance, and adherence to accreditation standards while guiding credentialed and non-credentialed staff and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include talent development, budgeting, strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or health care field required.
• Minimum 10 years in medical technology, clinical lab sciences, or health care field, or 13+ years of experience.
• Leadership experience with direct reports in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the clinical laboratory and oversee multiple units.
• Ensure timely, accurate laboratory reporting and QA/compliance with accreditation standards.
• Develop talent, performance management, coaching, and staff development.
• Manage budgeting, resource planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Advise on regulatory changes and coordinate vendor and public health relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

People management

Healthcare operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or health care field

Tools

Technical Supervisor Certification

Medical Technologist Certification

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Director of Laboratory Operations Management to direct day-to-day clinical laboratory operations in Tucker, Georgia. The role emphasizes timely reporting, quality assurance, and adherence to accreditation standards while guiding credentialed and non-credentialed staff and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include talent development, budgeting, strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies.