Regional VP, Laboratory Operations

aah; United States; On-site; USD 103,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a senior leader to manage laboratory operations in a defined service area, driving performance and ensuring alignment with enterprise strategies across the network.

The role requires collaboration with pathologists and administrative leaders to support clinical and safety initiatives, while managing budgets, quality metrics, and regulatory compliance to uphold high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology.
• MLS/BOC Certification required.
• Typically 10 years in technical lab services with leadership in budgets and staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with regional operations and medical leaders to strengthen the enterprise.
• Works with pathologists and leadership to support clinical and safety initiatives.
• Directs and oversees efficient operations; plans and participates in projects to meet strategic goals.
• Develops and monitors budgets; analyzes fiscal needs and performance statements.
• Ensures quality, compliance, and readiness with regulatory standards across agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

LIS experience

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Technology

MLS/BOC Certification

Tools

LIS software

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a senior leader to manage laboratory operations in a defined service area, driving performance and ensuring alignment with enterprise strategies across the network.

The role requires collaboration with pathologists and administrative leaders to support clinical and safety initiatives, while managing budgets, quality metrics, and regulatory compliance to uphold high standards.