Medical Lab Director Jobs in Florida

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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Phlebotomy Team Lead

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 7 hours ago

experience required with at least 2 yrs in an inpatient hospital setting Minimum of 1 yr hospital specimen processing experience required Prior experience in a leadership position is a plus Phlebotomy...

Lab Manager

  • Middleburg, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Middleburg, FL
  • 2 days ago

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Manager to join our team at Ascension Clay county Hospital in Middleburg, FL. This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and...

Cath Lab Supervisor

  • Sebring, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sebring, FL
  • 2 days 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...

Laboratory Manager

  • Minneola, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneola, FL
  • 3 days ago

collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical...

These are just a few of many plasma-based medicines that are possible thanks to ourdonors.The Primary Center Medical/Lab Director will provide clinic oversight, chart review, and lab analysis....

Cardiac Cath Lab Manager

  • Tarpon Springs, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Tarpon Springs, FL
  • 5 days 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...

Lab Director

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary The Director of Clinical Laboratory l eads and directs laboratory personnel whose primary responsibilities are the collection and testing of specimens in order to provide...

HFMG Phlebotomy Team Lead - Laboratory

  • Rockledge, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockledge, FL
  • 9 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Work Experience: 3 years of experience in venipuncture and/or lab specimen processing....

Blood Bank-Lab Supervisor

  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 days ago

Summary The Blood Bank Supervisor maintains the high quality of laboratory functions by coordinating and overseeing the technical activities of the blood bank/transfusion services section for all appropriate...

Chemistry- Lab Supervisor

  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 11 days ago

Other duties include: budget preparation and review, review of billing, cost accounting, productivity management, maintenance and testing of the LIS system related to blood bank/transfusion services...

Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - Flow

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 11 days ago

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills...

Lab Manager - Blood Bank

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 13 days ago

Bank Florida state Supervisor license in Blood Bank / Immunohematology required Prior supervisor experience managing several direct reports Previous experience managing people leaders is a plus ASCP...

Laboratory Manager

  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 27 days ago
  • Ft Lauderdale, FL
  • 27 days ago

General Responsibilities: Responsible for coordinating or managing the activities of a Construction or Geotechnical materials laboratory (testing includes materials such as soils, aggregates,...

Histology Supervisor

  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Performs, and may assign, analytical activities and troubleshooting related to specimen processing, embedding, microtomy, cryotomy, routine and special histologic staining, frozen sectioning, coverslipping...

Laboratory Manager

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 90+ days ago

What You'll Do Managing activities and personnel related to geotechnical/construction materials laboratory testing Overseeing laboratory tests, interpretation of test data, and preparing reports...

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Salary for Medical Lab Director Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Directors in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
Associate's Degree
18.5%
High School or GED
11.2%
Master's Degree
9.7%
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 in Florida
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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