SYSTEM DIR - LABORATORY OPERATIONS

System DIR - Laboratory Operations

About the role

South Texas Health System is operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company that is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services.

UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Health Services. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company that operates through its subsidiaries. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. Any reference to “UHS” or “UHS facilities” including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein which relates to healthcare or management operations is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of the subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc.

Any reference to employment at UHS or employees of UHS refers to employment with one of the subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc.

Responsibilities

As a System DIR - Laboratory Operations, you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing laboratory operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policies.
• Collaborating with clinical and administrative teams to improve laboratory processes and outcomes.
• Managing laboratory staff and ensuring their professional development and performance.
• Developing and implementing strategies to enhance laboratory efficiency and patient care.
• Ensuring the laboratory meets accreditation requirements and maintains high-quality standards.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., biology, chemistry, healthcare administration).
• At least 5 years of experience in laboratory management or a related field.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing laboratory staff.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and accreditation standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will also possess:

• Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS).
• Knowledge of quality assurance and improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and accreditation processes.

Skills

Key skills required for this position include:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

South Texas Health System offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance coverage.
• Patient assistance programs.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Retirement savings plans.

Pay

Compensation for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This role is typically full-time, but flexible schedules may be considered based on business needs.