Job Description

Hospital Laboratory Director

• Chattanooga, Tennessee
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Days | No Weekends
• Salary: $93,000 – $120,000 annually (based on experience)
• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000
• Incentive Bonus: Up to 17.5% annual performance bonus
• Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

A leading hospital laboratory services organization is seeking an experienced Hospital Laboratory Director to oversee operations for a hospital-based clinical laboratory in Chattanooga, Tennessee

This leadership position directs laboratory programs, personnel, quality initiatives, and financial performance to ensure the delivery of accurate, efficient diagnostic services. The role requires a certified Medical Technologist with strong leadership experience managing complex laboratory operations in a hospital environment.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can drive operational excellence, maintain regulatory compliance, and support high-quality patient care through effective laboratory management.

Responsibilities

• Direct laboratory operations, programs, and activities to meet organizational and regulatory requirements

• Ensure proper staffing through effective hiring, orientation, competency management, and training programs

• Provide leadership through coaching, performance feedback, and staff development

• Develop departmental strategies to achieve goals related to service quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and patient satisfaction

• Monitor laboratory financial performance including resource utilization and operational efficiency

• Prepare and present Monthly Operating Review (MOR) reports

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards including CAP, CLIA, JCAHO, FDA, and CMS

• Develop and maintain laboratory policies and procedures with annual review and updates

• Manage vendor relationships and supply contracts in coordination with supply chain leadership

• Establish strong communication processes to ensure department alignment and engagement

• Delegate operational responsibilities while maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines

• Evaluate staff performance and provide coaching, training, and professional development

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, or Chemistry

• National Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT/MLS)

• State laboratory license where required

• 3+ years progressive laboratory management experience

• Leadership experience managing complex clinical laboratory operations

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field

• Experience in a hospital clinical laboratory environment

Compensation & Benefits

This leadership role offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support long-term career growth and financial wellbeing:

• Competitive salary with performance incentives

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off and paid family leave

• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% employer match up to 9% based on years of service

• Tuition assistance up to $5,250 annually

• Student loan repayment assistance

• Employee stock purchase plan with discounted shares

• Life and disability insurance coverage

• Professional development and continuing education support

These benefits help employees maintain financial security, career advancement, and overall wellbeing.

Ideal For

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Laboratory Managers ready to advance into a Director role

• Medical Technologists with strong leadership and hospital laboratory experience

• Clinical laboratory professionals seeking a strategic leadership position in hospital operations

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