Regional Director - Pathology Lab

Indiana University Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Regional Director of Lab, Pathology to provide strategic and operational leadership across the region. You will drive performance improvement, manage budgeting and workforce, and partner with clinical and administrative leaders to deliver high-quality patient care.

The role requires a proven record in large-scale transformational initiatives, strong communication skills, and a commitment to IU Health’s mission and values as you lead teams through change in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5+ years of progressive leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead transformational initiatives and drive results in complex organizations.
• Experience managing multiple high-priority projects with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen in strategic planning, financial management, and operations.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication with leaders, physicians, and community stakeholders.
• Record of recruiting, developing, mentoring high-performing teams.
• Experience optimizing organizational structures for performance and efficiency.
• Knowledge of healthcare trends, population health and accountable care models.
• Thorough understanding of applicable regulations and compliance requirements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

People leadership

Budgeting/Finance

Stakeholder collaboration

Change management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Overview

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our leadership team in the role of Director of Regional Lab, Pathology. The Regional Director, Pathology Lab provides strategic and operational leadership for laboratory services across the region, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care. In partnership with pathology, clinical, and administrative leaders, this role oversees laboratory operations, budgeting, workforce management, and performance improvement initiatives. The Regional Director is accountable for advancing clinical quality, patient safety, patient experience, team engagement, and financial performance while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. This leader develops and executes strategies that strengthen laboratory services, support population health objectives, and position the organization for long-term success in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment. Working across a highly matrixed health system, the Regional Director builds strong partnerships, leads complex organizational change, and aligns teams around strategic priorities. The ideal candidate is a visionary healthcare leader with a proven ability to drive results, foster collaboration, and lead with respect, humility, intellectual curiosity, and a deep commitment to IU Health’s mission and values.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Executive Director – Lab Point of Care

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 5 years of progressive leadership and management experience.
• Proven ability to lead transformational initiatives and drive results within complex, matrixed organizations through strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and execution.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple high-priority projects involving diverse stakeholders, competing priorities, and organizational objectives.
• Strong business acumen with expertise in strategic planning, decision‑making, financial management, negotiation, and operational leadership.
• Exceptional relationship‑building and communication skills with the ability to influence and engage team members, leaders, physicians, and community stakeholders.
• Proven track record of recruiting, developing, and mentoring high‑performing teams to support organizational growth and long‑term success.
• Experience designing and optimizing organizational structures to improve performance, efficiency, and business outcomes.
• Working knowledge of healthcare industry trends and value‑based care models, including population health, accountable care, and risk‑based reimbursement strategies.
• Thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world‑class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.