Strategic Director, Laboratory Services - West Region

Atrium Health; Sparta (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health seeks an experienced Laboratory Leader to guide clinical laboratory operations, drive safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role collaborates with pathologists and enterprise leadership to translate strategy into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities include budgeting, performance improvement, and staff development to optimize quality, efficiency, and timeliness while maintaining accreditation readiness across departments.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory sciences or medical technology.
• Requires leadership experience in managing staff, budgets, and multiple lab functions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with pathologists and leadership to support clinical and safety initiatives.
• Aligns with corporate strategies and manages budgets and variances.
• Leads performance improvement to optimize engagement and satisfaction.
• Ensures compliance with all laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Decision making

Team building

Communication

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Coaching & development

Organizational skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences / Medical Technology or related field

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Budgeting software

Job description

Atrium Health seeks an experienced Laboratory Leader to guide clinical laboratory operations, drive safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role collaborates with pathologists and enterprise leadership to translate strategy into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities include budgeting, performance improvement, and staff development to optimize quality, efficiency, and timeliness while maintaining accreditation readiness across departments.