Laboratory Director
Administrative Lab Director  Location: Pequannock Township, NJ 07444
Administrative Lab Director  Schedule: Full-time, Fully Onsite (Not Remote)
Administrative Lab Director  Type: Long-term Contract-to-Hire

Administrative Lab Director  Overview

We are seeking an experienced Laboratory Director to lead and oversee all aspects of laboratory operations at Chilton Medical Center. The Director will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and efficient laboratory services across multiple sections, including Core Lab, Blood Bank, Phlebotomy, and Point of Care. This role offers a unique opportunity for an accomplished leader with strong operational, strategic, and fiscal management experience within a hospital or multi-hospital system.

Administrative Lab Director  Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction and management of daily operations across all laboratory sections.
• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, and other regulatory standards.
• Oversee and mentor Section Supervisors, Lead Technologists, and Technologists to promote a culture of quality and accountability.
• Lead quality management initiatives, workflow optimization, and productivity improvements.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets; coordinate objectives and goals for optimal operational and fiscal performance.
• Maintain strong communication with the Leadership Team, Pathologists, and other departments to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Address and resolve operational challenges, complaints, and performance issues in coordination with leadership.
• Initiate and implement new laboratory procedures, technologies, and process enhancements.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and ensure consistent, effective communication throughout the department.
• Support professional development through coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
• Serve as an administrative and technical resource for the laboratory team, providing consultation as needed via phone or electronic means.

Administrative Lab Director  Required Qualifications

• Must meet current CAP requirements for a laboratory supervisor.
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, or in a physical, chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.
• ASCP certification (or equivalent) required.
• Minimum of six (6) years of clinical laboratory experience, including three (3) years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience leading laboratory operations within a hospital or multi-hospital system.
• Demonstrated expertise in budget development and management for large teams or departments.
• C-suite interaction experience required.
• Strong background in quality management, strategic planning, and team leadership.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Administrative Lab Director Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MBA or MHA) strongly preferred.
• Prior experience as an Administrative Lab Director within a large healthcare organization.
• Familiarity with high-complexity testing environments (CLIA/CAP).

Administrative Lab Director Additional Details

• Must be available on-site and accessible for consultation as needed.
• Will oversee approximately 65 employees.
• Local candidates preferred, as this position has a strong potential to convert to a permanent full-time role.

If interested, please email Lindsay at LKOPASZ@ALINESTAFFING.com