Strategic Laboratory Director: Quality, Growth & Impact

Valley Health System; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 107,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Wellness Program

Health savings account & flexible/sp.

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking an experiencedAdministrative Laboratory Director to lead our clinical laboratory operations. You will oversee budgeting, policy development, and staff management to ensure high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in CLS/MT (Master's preferred), ASCP or equivalent certification, and at least five years in a hospital laboratory leadership position. Collaboration with hospital teams and external partners is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as administrative laboratory director in moderate- to large-volume hospital-based laboratory.
• Medical Technologist (ASCP) or equivalent certification required.
• Knowledge of budgeting, staffing, CAP/TJC compliance, and patient safety standards; strong communication and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and supports infrastructure of clinical laboratory; serves as leadership liaison for operations of contracted services.
• Fosters an environment of service excellence and quality for patients, physicians, clients, and community.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to technical, safety, and regulatory requirements (TJC, CAP, OSHA).
• Develops, implements and reviews policies, procedures and protocols for areas of responsibility.
• Directs and supports laboratory employee relations including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, evaluations/competency, and disciplinary actions.

Job description

Valley Health System is seeking an experiencedAdministrative Laboratory Director to lead our clinical laboratory operations. You will oversee budgeting, policy development, and staff management to ensure high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in CLS/MT (Master's preferred), ASCP or equivalent certification, and at least five years in a hospital laboratory leadership position. Collaboration with hospital teams and external partners is essential.