Director, Laboratory Operations – Full-Time, Onsite (near Orlando, FL)
Take the lead in one of Central Florida’s largest, most advanced clinical laboratory environments. Located near Orlando, FL, this opportunity offers the chance to oversee a high-volume, multi-site laboratory operation processing over 100,000 tests daily. As Director of Laboratory Operations, you’ll join a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement in patient diagnostics. Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule, competitive pay, and the opportunity to shape strategy, develop leaders, and guide major lab modernization initiatives—all while living in one of Florida’s most desirable regions.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide operational and strategic leadership for a large-scale clinical laboratory performing 60 million+ tests annually.
- Oversee core lab functions and ensure compliance with CAP, federal, and state regulatory standards.
- Direct technical and scientific operations, including planning, budgeting, and productivity monitoring.
- Lead a multi-tiered management structure of 200+ clinical and non-clinical employees, fostering a culture of engagement, accountability, and professional growth.
- Guide system-wide platform and process transitions, ensuring smooth technical implementations and change management.
- Collaborate with executive and medical leadership to align objectives, improve service offerings, and strengthen operational efficiency.
- Champion leadership development, succession planning, and continuous improvement initiatives across the laboratory.
- Monitor and evaluate key performance metrics to drive data-informed business decisions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related sciences required; master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive laboratory management experience in a high-complexity, high-volume setting.
- Medical technologist registry required (ASCP, AMT, AAB, or equivalent).
- Florida Laboratory Supervisor License (or eligibility to obtain upon relocation).
- Demonstrated success leading large, multi-site teams through organizational or technical transitions.
- Proven expertise with CAP, CLIA, and federal/state laboratory compliance.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Experience in a dialysis or healthcare laboratory environment preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule with no regular weekend requirements.
- Competitive base salary range: $140,000–$180,000, plus 20% performance-based bonus.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Generous paid time off and continuing education reimbursement.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
- Career growth opportunities within a respected national healthcare organization.
If you’re a seasoned laboratory leader ready to drive innovation, inspire teams, and elevate operational excellence, this is your next step. Join a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration, continuous learning, and patient-centered performance. Apply today to take the helm of one of Central Florida’s most dynamic laboratory operations.