Director of Lab Services, Capital Choice Pathology Lab

About the role

The Capital Choice Pathology Lab at Adventist HealthCare is seeking an experienced Director of Laboratory Services. The ideal candidate will oversee histology, immunohistochemistry, and molecular technical services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining high-quality, timely service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee histology/immunohistochemistry/molecular technical services in accordance with CAP, state, and federal regulatory agency requirements.
• Update and maintain departmental technical policies and documentation.
• Optimize and ensure workflows increase throughput while maintaining high quality, timely service.
• Ensure that CCPLab histology, cytology, and immunohistochemical technical needs are met within 24 hours, 7 days a week.
• Develop new tests and methodologies as needed in the laboratory.
• Analyze and evaluate quality metrics per CQI and KPIs.
• Oversee corrective action and translate data trends into actionable recommendations to drive efficiency, process improvement, and departmental goals.
• Develop and implement training documentation, competency assessments, personnel development, and performance targets for staff.
• Perform on-boarding process for new associates; Maintain appropriate records for all associates and follow AHC set guidelines for hiring and employee relations.
• Manage budgetary planning and support optimization of resources to achieve financial targets, including understanding of test pricing.
• Aid in preparation and review of Business Contracts, RFP’s (Bid Proposals), and monthly departmental reports.
• Show advanced proficiency in the use of Laboratory Information Systems, Microsoft, and EMR systems.
• Communicate effectively, think critically, and solve problems; Build relationships with diverse staff and stakeholders.
• Show strong prioritization and project management skills; Actively and effectively participate in company meetings; meet goals and timelines; demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and leadership for patients, customers, physicians, and staff always.
• Participate in additional activities as needed.
• Ability to travel for the company as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or closely related field is preferred.
• ASCP related certification required.
• 5-10 years of successful experience in management leadership in a pathology technical laboratory.

Benefits

At Adventist HealthCare, we offer:

• Work-life balance through nonrotating shifts
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Free Employee parking
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available)
• Paid Time Off
• Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period
• Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insurance
• Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $105,664.42 - $158,496.00. Salary discussions will take place during the screening process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.