Dignity Health

Director Laboratory

Dignity Health$100K — $130K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in biological or chemical sciences required.
  • Minimum of three years in leadership roles within a laboratory setting required.
  • Current Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) license in California required.
  • Experience with compliance in clinical laboratories is essential.
  • Proven ability to manage complex operations effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and oversee 24-hour operations of clinical laboratories.
  • Implement strategies to enhance laboratory operations and support organizational goals.
  • Collaborate with hospital leaders to develop procedures and programs.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Lead efforts in workflow design and service quality to boost operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance is provided.
  • Eligible for annual performance-based bonus program.
  • Annual retirement program contributions by the employer with no employee input.
  • Comprehensive medical benefits at no payroll deduction for employees.
  • Flexible Time Away program available.
Full Job Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities

As the Director of Laboratory Services for Mercy Medical Center Merced, you will direct and oversee the 24-hour operations of the clinical laboratories to meet our organizational needs and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements. You will direct, plan, organize and implement strategies and key initiatives to enhance and support the operations of the clinical laboratories to ensure high quality, efficient, and cost-effective operations. You will also direct and oversee laboratory specimen collection, processing, on-site, point of care, and send-out testing services.

 

In this role you will collaborate with hospital administrative and clinical leaders in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures, programs, and initiatives that support the mission, growth and success of Mercy Medical Center Merced. You will be a visible and engaging leader, providing direction to department personnel to achieve operational and technical objectives including workflow design, service quality, financial performance, regulatory compliance, personnel management, patient satisfaction, and employee engagement.

 

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to help shape healthcare in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

 

Benefits and offerings for this position include (plus much more!):

  • Relocation assistance.
  • Annual performance-based bonus program.
  • Annual employer contribution to retirement program (no employee contribution needed).
  • Medical benefits for the employee at no payroll deduction.
  • Flexible Time Away program.
Job RequirementsRequired Education and Experience: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in biological or chemical sciences, as defined by CLIA, required.
  • Minimum of three combined years of leadership experience as a supervisor, manager or director at a moderate or high complexity laboratory required.
Required Licensure: 
  • Current license as a Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) in the State of CA required.

 

 

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About Dignity Health

Dignity Health is a health care provider that operates hospitals and clinics in California, Arizona, and Nevada. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Dignity Health provides a range of services, including emergency care, cancer care, and women's health. The company has over 60,000 employees and is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to its patients.
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60,000 employees
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Founded
1954

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