Director - Clinical Laboratory and Pathology, 40 hours/week, day shift

The Director of Laboratory Services provides strategic and operational leadership for all laboratory services across Beverly and Addison Gilbert Hospitals. Reporting to the COO with a dotted line to Pathology leadership, this role ensures high‑quality, compliant, and fiscally responsible laboratory operations aligned with BILH system goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day and strategic operations for all laboratory departments and sites
• Establish and execute departmental goals focused on quality, safety, efficiency, and patient satisfaction
• Develop, manage, and monitor operating and capital budgets, productivity metrics, and financial performance
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness (CAP, TJC, CLIA, FDA, DPH)
• Serve as Laboratory Technical Director or designate per CAP requirements
• Oversee recruitment, retention, performance management, and professional development of laboratory leaders and staff
• Partner with Pathology, clinical leaders, and system stakeholders to evaluate testing needs and implement new services and technologies
• Represent laboratory services on hospital and system committees and initiatives
• Maintain strong vendor, supply chain, and contract management oversight
• Promote a culture of safety, service excellence, and BILH We Care values

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline required
• Master’s degree or Medical Technology degree preferred
• 8–10 years of hospital laboratory experience, including 5+ years in progressive leadership roles

Skills & Competencies

• Proven healthcare leadership and operational expertise
• Strong financial, analytical, and regulatory knowledge
• Effective communicator and collaborator across interdisciplinary teams
• Proficient with laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office

Working Conditions

• Minimal supervision; high degree of autonomy
• Potential exposure to bloodborne or infectious materials in accordance with standard precautions