Medical Lab Director Jobs

A Medical Laboratory Director in the med tech industry is responsible for overseeing the operations, management, and safety of the laboratory. They play a critical role in ensuring that the lab complies with all regulatory standards and protocols, continuously improving the quality of lab services, implementing new technologies, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals. A Medical Lab Director also supervises lab staff, conducts performance evaluations, and provides educational and growth opportunities to the team. They are also involved in managing budgets, developing and implementing policies and guidelines, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of test results.

Key skills for this position include strong leadership and managerial abilities, excellent communication skills, knowledge in laboratory procedures and equipment, and the ability to manage budgets and resources effectively. Familiarity with healthcare laws and regulations as well as quality control procedures is also crucial. They should have a Doctoral degree in medical technology, biology, chemistry, or a related field and some professional certifications like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM). Some job roles a person may have before becoming a Medical Lab Director include Medical Lab Technologist, Senior Medical Technologist, or Lab Supervisor.

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Mobile Team Lead - Variable Shifts

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

This job assumes responsibility for and leads the daily operations of mobile blood bank personnel and processes; and performs quality control, operates computer, and other administrative duties per...

Supervisor of Histology, Clinical Labs

  • Maywood, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maywood, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: On-site Position Are you a senior histotechnologist seeking an opportunity to formally lead and mentor others? If so, we have a Supervisor...

Core Lab Supervisor

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago

Your job is more than a job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of...

Sterile Processing Team Lead - Fishers Hospital

  • Carmel, IN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Carmel, IN
  • 3 hours ago

Do you enjoy helping others? Do you want to make a direct impact on the lives of our patients but dont want to do hands on care? If you have experience in Sterile Processing or Surgery Technology,...

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day. The VAST Specialty Team Lead RN coordinates...

Clinical Team Lead - Medical Assistant or LVN

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Allergy & ENT Associates is looking for a Medical Assistant or LVN Team Lead in our North Houston Clinics! What are we about? As a multi-state, physician-led team of specialized providers and...

Clinical Laboratory Manager Blood Bank

  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago

The Clinical Laboratory Manager Blood Bank will feel right at home in this patient- and employee-centered facility....

RN Manager- Cath Lab

  • Westminster, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 3 hours ago

RN MANAGER- CATH LAB Westminster, MD CARROLL HOSPITAL CARDIAC VASCULAR LAB Full-time - Day shift - 9:00am-5:00pm RN Leader 84187 $44.56-$69.07 Experience based Posted: June 20, 2025 Apply Now Save...

Line Supervisor - Histology

  • Lewisville, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lewisville, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Line Supervisor - Histology - Lewisville, TX - Monday - Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM Precisely and accurately performs and supervises the performance of routine and specialized histology...

Interim Director of Laboratory Services - Poinciana

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 hours ago

**_Interim Consultant: Laboratory Services_** At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare isnt defined by the four walls in which its practiced. Its defined by its people. We pride ourselves on...

Histology Supervisor Lab Pathology

  • Davenport, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Davenport, FL
  • 8 hours ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:** Paid Days Off from Day One Student Loan Repayment Program Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental Health Resources...

OnSite Team Lead - Pensacola, FL

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 11 hours ago

Work Flexibility: Field-based Utilizes a wide array of knowledge, technical skills and critical thinking abilities to facilitate job functions during surgical procedures as well as preoperative...

(RN) Clinical Supervisor Cath Lab - FT Night Shifts

  • Hawthorne, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hawthorne, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor Martine Center is hiring Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisors to work the Overnight Shift in our skilled nursing facility in White Plains, NY. Now Offering a $5,000...

Lab Supervisor

  • Fairhope, AL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fairhope, AL
  • 13 hours ago

Are you an experienced clinical laboratory professional looking for leadership opportunity? Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others? Are you looking for an industry...

Supervisor Phlebotomy Shift (Full Time/Evening Shift)

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 15 hours ago

expert in resolution of operational issues, and a resource for expertise in venipuncture practice. + Oversee the on-boarding, orientation, and training of new staff members in regard to inpatient phlebotomy...

Medical Lab Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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D-Lab: Medical Technologies for the Developing World
D-Lab Health provides a multidisciplinary approach to global health technology design via guest lectures and a major project based on fieldwork. We will explore the current state of global health...
Medical Terminology
Medical terminology is the study of the rules of medical word building. Receive a thorough grounding in basic medical terminology through a study of root words, prefixes and suffixes. This course...
Mini Medical School: Introduction to Medical Science
This three-week course offers you a fascinating and informative introduction to modern medicine. Whether youd like to better communicate with healthcare professionals, youre considering a career...

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Salary for Medical Lab Director Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
Associate's Degree
18.6%
High School or GED
11.2%
Master's Degree
9.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Lab Directors
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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