Medical Lab Director Jobs

A Medical Laboratory Director in the med tech industry is responsible for overseeing the operations, management, and safety of the laboratory. They play a critical role in ensuring that the lab complies with all regulatory standards and protocols, continuously improving the quality of lab services, implementing new technologies, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals. A Medical Lab Director also supervises lab staff, conducts performance evaluations, and provides educational and growth opportunities to the team. They are also involved in managing budgets, developing and implementing policies and guidelines, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of test results.

Key skills for this position include strong leadership and managerial abilities, excellent communication skills, knowledge in laboratory procedures and equipment, and the ability to manage budgets and resources effectively. Familiarity with healthcare laws and regulations as well as quality control procedures is also crucial. They should have a Doctoral degree in medical technology, biology, chemistry, or a related field and some professional certifications like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM). Some job roles a person may have before becoming a Medical Lab Director include Medical Lab Technologist, Senior Medical Technologist, or Lab Supervisor.

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Laboratory Manager

  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Laboratory Manager you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Mission Hospital which is...

Director, Laboratory Services - Madison Market

  • Madison, WI
  • 17 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 17 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Named 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2024 - Becker's Healthcare Names...

Nurse Director Cardiac Cath Lab IR

  • Ripon, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ripon, CA
  • 1 day ago

An exciting position is now available for a Nurse Director to oversee IR (Interventional Radiology) and Cardiac Cath Lab services for this respected Bay Area non-profit healthcare system. Join an...

Histology Supervisor

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 5 days ago

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are...

Supervisor Medical Laboratory Scientist - Core Auto Procedures - Nights

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 18 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Lab Manager - Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

CLS/MLS/MLT Lab Supervisor

  • Yukon, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Yukon, OK
  • 3 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: This is a full time Lab Supervisor position for St. Anthony...

Nurse Director Cardiac Cath Lab

  • Miami, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 6 days ago

A leading healthcare system based in sunny southern Florida is now seeking an experienced Nurse Director Cardiac Cath Lab to join their award-winning healthcare team! Regarded as a major...

Cardiac Cath Lab Supervisor

  • Patchogue, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 13 days ago

One of New York's top acute care facilities is seeking a dedicated Cardiac Cath Lab Supervisor to join their team near Bayport, NY! This full-time, day-shift role (Monday Friday, 11:00 AM 7:00 PM)...

Nurse Supervisor Cath Lab

  • Danbury, CT
  • 23 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 23 days ago

A prestigious acute care hospital in charming CT is actively seeking an experienced and dynamic Nurse Supervisor Cath Lab to oversee their Cardiac Cath Lab. This unique and exciting position...

Nurse Director of Cath Lab Services

  • El Paso, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 23 days ago

A trusted medical center in the El Paso, Texas area is actively interviewing for a Nurse Director of Cath Lab Services to lead operations for a busy cath lab unit. This is your chance to join a...

Phlebotomy Team Lead

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 8 hours ago

In this role you will provide exceptional customer service, perform skilled specimen collections and be the face of the company....

Clinical Laboratory Manager

  • Placerville, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Placerville, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Skills: Knowledge of quality laboratory testing, resulting, and reporting along with proper specimen collection, including patient preparation, labeling, handling, transportation and storage of specimens...

Lab Manager

  • Texarkana, AR
  • 10 hours ago
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 10 hours ago

WSB LLC is a comprehensive engineering services company with offices in Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado and California. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Materials Laboratory...

Director Laboratory Services, Reference Laboratory

  • Englewood, CO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the...

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D-Lab: Medical Technologies for the Developing World
D-Lab Health provides a multidisciplinary approach to global health technology design via guest lectures and a major project based on fieldwork. We will explore the current state of global health...
Mini Medical School: Introduction to Medical Science
This three-week course offers you a fascinating and informative introduction to modern medicine. Whether youd like to better communicate with healthcare professionals, youre considering a career...
Medical Terminology
Medical terminology is the study of the rules of medical word building. Receive a thorough grounding in basic medical terminology through a study of root words, prefixes and suffixes. This course...

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Salary for Medical Lab Director Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
Associate's Degree
18.6%
High School or GED
11.2%
Master's Degree
9.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Lab Directors
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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