Hospital Laboratory Director

Hospital Laboratory DirectorThe Hospital Laboratory Director is responsible for overall leadership, operational management, regulatory compliance, staffing strategy, and financial performance of a hospital-based clinical laboratory.This role ensures compliance with CAP, CLIA, CMS, FDA, and Joint Commission standards while driving quality improvement, fiscal accountability, and operational efficiency across complex laboratory services.Location: Nashville, TN Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Days | No Weekends Salary: $93,000 – $120,000 Incentive Bonus: Up to 17.5% Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 Relocation: Case-by-caseKey ResponsibilitiesDirect all clinical laboratory operations and programs.Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, CMS, FDA, and Joint Commission standards.Oversee staffing, hiring, competency validation, and performance management.Lead department budgeting and financial performance.Prepare Monthly Operating Review reports.Manage vendor relationships and supply contracts.Develop and maintain laboratory policies and procedures.Monitor productivity, quality metrics, and service performance.Implement continuous improvement initiatives.Provide leadership, coaching, and development for laboratory staff.Required QualificationsBachelors Degree in: Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, ChemistryNational Certification as a Medical Technologist (ASCP or equivalent)Active Tennessee laboratory license (required for submission)Minimum 3+ years progressive laboratory management experienceLeadership experience in complex clinical laboratory operationsPreferred QualificationsMasters DegreeHospital-based clinical laboratory leadership experienceRegulatory & Compliance KnowledgeCAP AccreditationCLIA ComplianceCMS RegulationsFDA StandardsJoint Commission StandardsLaboratory Quality AssuranceLaboratory Financial ManagementPolicy & Procedure GovernanceIdeal Candidate ProfileStrong regulatory and survey readiness experienceProven operational and financial leadershipExperience managing complex hospital lab environmentsData-driven decision makerSkilled communicator with executive presenceCompensation & Benefits SummaryBase salary: $93,000 – $120,000Incentive bonus up to 17.5%$10,000 sign-on bonusRelocation assistance availableFull medical, dental, vision benefits401(k) with employer matchPTO and paid leave programsTuition assistance