Permanent

Zohorecruit; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a Lab Director in Wheeling, WV to oversee laboratory operations, quality, staff development, and regulatory compliance. The role combines advanced medical laboratory expertise with leadership responsibilities to ensure accurate, efficient, and high-quality services.

The candidate will manage testing procedures, QA/QC programs, equipment performance, and staff development while maintaining compliance with state licensure and continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, MLS, or related field.
• Current MT/MLS certification via ASCP or AMT.
• Current state license/credential where applicable (WV HCTP for WV).
• Minimum 5 years lab experience with 3 years in supervisory/management roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee diagnostic services, specimen prep, testing and reporting.
• Develop and implement QA/QC and troubleshooting procedures.
• Ensure equipment meets performance/quality standards and schedule maintenance.
• Manage budgeting and justify operational needs.
• Lead staff training, orientation, and competency development.
• Collaborate with pathologists and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain LIS and data security; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Laboratory leadership

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's in Medical Technology / MLS

MT/MLS certification

State license (HCTP as applicable)

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Quality control procedures

Job description

New Hiring Opportunity for Lab Director in Wheeling, WV

Wheeling, United States | Posted on 09/25/2026

Salary: $104,582.40 – $156,852.80 per year

Sign-On Bonus: Available; amount to be determined

Relocation Assistance: Available; details to be discussed

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory operations, quality, staff development, equipment performance, and regulatory compliance. This position combines advanced medical laboratory expertise with leadership and management responsibilities to ensure accurate, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Certification

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related field.

Current certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through ASCP or AMT.

Current state-required laboratory license or credential, where applicable.

West Virginia: High Complexity Testing Personnel (HCTP) License.

Pennsylvania: No state license required.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of laboratory experience.

At least 3 years of supervisory or management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Management or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee laboratory diagnostic services, specimen preparation, testing procedures, and reporting processes.

Develop and implement laboratory operating, quality, and troubleshooting procedures.

Ensure laboratory equipment meets established performance and quality standards.

Coordinate equipment maintenance, service, repair, and replacement.

Manage laboratory operations within the approved budget and provide justification for operational needs.

Monitor laboratory workload and staffing requirements and make appropriate operational adjustments.

Maintain high-quality laboratory results through quality assurance and quality control programs.

Participate in proficiency testing and collaborate with pathologists and other healthcare professionals.

Review and update laboratory policies and procedures to support quality improvement.

Oversee the laboratory information system, including identifying system needs, resolving issues, maintaining security, and protecting confidential information.

Evaluate and implement new tests, methods, instrumentation, and laboratory programs.

Lead staff orientation, training, continuing education, and competency development.

Supervise, coach, and evaluate laboratory staff.

Address performance concerns and support employee development.

Maintain current professional and technical knowledge through continuing education, workshops, webinars, publications, and professional organizations.

Ensure compliance with applicable state licensure and continuing education requirements.

Lead and participate in staff meetings, committees, projects, and quality improvement initiatives.

Support productivity and operational improvements throughout the laboratory.

May supervise and evaluate students and trainees participating in medical technology and other healthcare-related programs.

Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of medical laboratory science and laboratory management principles.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to manage laboratory operations and staff effectively.

Ability to provide quality services to diverse patient populations, including:

Pediatrics

Adolescents

Adults

Geriatric patients

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods.

Ability to work safely while following applicable infection control and laboratory safety practices.

Laboratory environment with exposure to various clinical specimens and healthcare-related hazards.

Must maintain awareness of infection control requirements and environmental safety standards.

Why Apply?

Competitive salary of $104,582.40 – $156,852.80 annually

Sign-on bonus opportunity

Leadership and professional growth opportunities

Opportunity to oversee laboratory quality, operations, and staff development

Work in a collaborative healthcare environment