Laboratory Services Director: Operations & Quality

Green Key Resources; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, WV, seeks an experienced laboratory leader to oversee its clinical laboratory, directing daily operations, quality/compliance, budget and staff in partnership with pathologists and hospital leadership to deliver accurate, timely diagnostic services.

This role offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates from outside the Wheeling area. Prior supervisory experience in a high-complexity lab is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field.
• MLS certification through ASCP or AMT.
• WV HCTP license or eligibility to obtain one.
• 5 years of laboratory experience, including 3 years in supervisory or management role.

Responsibilities

• Direct laboratory operations per hospital and accreditation standards.
• Maintain equipment performance and plan service or replacement.
• Manage department budget and justify variances.
• Monitor workload and adjust staffing for peak and slow periods.
• Lead QA/QC activities, including proficiency surveys and policy updates.
• Oversee the laboratory information system and ensure security and confidentiality.
• Implement new tests, methods, instrumentation, and programs.
• Hire, coach, discipline, and evaluate staff; oversee training and continuing education.
• Support licensure and CE compliance through in-services and education on new equipment.
• Lead change and improve productivity through meetings and projects.
• Oversee students in MT programs where applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Quality & compliance

Staff coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology (Medical Laboratory Science) or related field

Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Management or related field

Job description

WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, WV, seeks an experienced laboratory leader to oversee its clinical laboratory, directing daily operations, quality/compliance, budget and staff in partnership with pathologists and hospital leadership to deliver accurate, timely diagnostic services.

This role offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates from outside the Wheeling area. Prior supervisory experience in a high-complexity lab is required.