Medical Lab Director Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Lab Supervisor

  • Braintree, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 5 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced...

Clinical Laboratory Manager - Blood Bank

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

This Laboratory Manager will be responsible for: Managing the supervisors/staff of lab section(s), ensuring all work performed in the section(s) is accurate and completed within established or...

Job no: 527303 Work type: Staff Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Elect & Computer Engineering Union: PSU Categories: Laboratory & Research, Administrative & Office Support About UMass...

Medical Assistant Team lead

  • Burlington, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 10 days ago

Perform backup finger stick and venipuncture phlebotomy according to departmental standards as assigned by the Site/Clinical Manager, Supervisor or Site Coordinator and in collaboration with the Laboratory...

About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access,...

Lab Director (Part Time)

  • Waltham, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 11 days ago

Mercy BioAnalytics, Inc. is a pre-commercial biotechnology company committed to reducing suffering and saving lives through the early detection of cancer. We are working to solve one of the...

Plating Team Lead

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 14 days ago

Plating Team Lead Adecco - 3.7 Attleboro, MA Job Details $24 - $30 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications Mid-level 3 years High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Job Summary: The Plating...

Phlebotomy Supervisor

  • Boston, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 20 days ago

Phlebotomy certificate preferred (graduate of a phlebotomy training program or schooling) Phlebotomy certification preferred (ASCP, ASPT) Minimum of three years of phlebotomy experience required....

Lab Section Supervisor - Histology - Full Time - Needham

  • Needham, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Needham, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern...

Lab Supervisor - 40 hours, Days

  • Southbridge, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southbridge, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Phlebotomy Supervisor - Haverhill

  • Haverhill, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 45+ days ago

or Medical Assisting or a phlebotomy course as part of an Associate or Bachelor Degree program such as nursing....

MLS Team Lead / Chemistry Lab - FT Day Shift M-F; every 4th weekend

  • Boston, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Day (United States of America) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a...

Lab Manager - Chemical Engineering

  • MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • MA
  • 60+ days ago

General Summary of Position: The essential purpose of the Laboratory Manager position in the Chemical Engineering Department is to support teaching and research activities by maintaining...

Urgent Care Medical Asst Team Lead

  • Leominster, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Leominster, MA
  • 90+ days ago

JOIN THE CHC FAMILY! We are a Non-Profit Federally Qualified Healthcare Center located in Central Massachusetts. Our company opened in February 2002 in response to a Community Needs Assessment...

Eve-Night Lab Supervisor

  • Plymouth, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Plymouth, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Organizes, directs and supervises functions and activities of the laboratory's second shift personnel; Specimen Processing, Clinical Lab and Phlebotomy areas....

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Salary for Medical Lab Director Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Directors in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.1%
Associate's Degree
18.6%
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 Massachusetts
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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