Laboratory (Lab) Director

About the role

The Laboratory Director will manage, coordinate, and perform the day-to-day operations and workflow of the Laboratory. They will assist the CAO with operational planning, budgets, and workflow processes. The role also involves employee selection, training, performance evaluations, and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate Laboratory operations under the direction of the CAO.
• Assist the CAO with operational planning, budgets, and workflow processes.
• Select, train, evaluate, and manage employees.
• Maintain the highest standards of professional performance for the benefit of the patient, physician, and community.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and ethics of Medical Technologists.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science plus four (4) years training and/or experience in high complexity testing.
• Must meet CLIA requirements for a high complexity Laboratory.
• Five (5) years’ experience in MLS role preferably in hospital setting.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience preferably in hospital setting.
• Nationally recognized certification as MLS (ASCP or equivalent).
• Washington State Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Heartsaver (HS) level to be completed within three (3) months of hire.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of CLIA regulations and laboratory accreditation standards.

Pay

This is a full-time, salary-exempt position.

Schedule

Full-time schedule.