Hospital Laboratory Director - Nashville, TN

Position Title: Hospital Laboratory Director

Location: Nashville, TN 37203
Employment Type: Permanent / Contingent
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift | No Weekends
Industry: Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory Services

Compensation Package

• Salary: $93,000 – $120,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Up to 17.5% performance-based incentive bonus
• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance available

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Hospital Laboratory Director to provide leadership and oversight of laboratory operations within a fast-paced, high-performing healthcare environment. The organization delivers comprehensive clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services across a broad network of acute care hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial laboratories.

This is a key leadership role for a strong laboratory operations professional with deep regulatory knowledge, proven team leadership capabilities, and a commitment to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all laboratory operations, programs, and daily activities ensuring compliance with organizational, clinical, and regulatory standards
• Lead full-cycle workforce management including recruitment, onboarding, competency assessments, performance evaluations, and staff development
• Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and direction to laboratory staff and supervisory teams
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to improve quality, patient safety, service excellence, and financial performance
• Monitor departmental budgets, operational metrics, and monthly performance outcomes
• Ensure compliance with CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, FDA, and CMS regulatory requirements
• Develop, review, and maintain laboratory policies, procedures, and quality management systems
• Collaborate with vendors and supply chain partners to optimize operational efficiency and cost control
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence
• Effectively delegate responsibilities while maintaining oversight of compliance and operational performance

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field
• National certification as a Medical Technologist (or equivalent)
• Active State Laboratory License (as required by state regulations)
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in hospital or complex clinical laboratory settings
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in a related field
• Prior experience in a hospital-based clinical laboratory environment

For more details contact at

hdavda@navitashealth.com

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.