Hospital Laboratory Director - Nashville, TN

NavitasPartners

Nashville, TN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$93,000–$120,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Nashville, TN
POSTED
4 days ago

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

or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

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.

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