Medical Lab Director Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Job Details Under the supervision of the divisional Laboratory Director or Manager, the Laboratory Supervisor provides clinical and technical supervision of staff medical laboratory technologists...

Supervisor Phlebotomy

  • Greensburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Greensburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

Orchestrate and assure timely and accurate patient registrations, specimen collection, order entry and result reports. Maintain operational compliance with all regulatory agencies....

Lab Manager - East Falls (TJU)

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 days ago

Job Details Lab Manager - East Falls (TJU) Job Description The following duties for the Manager of Laboratories pertain to the education and research programs of the Jefferson College of Life...

Job Details Reporting to the divisional Laboratory Director, the Laboratory Manager plans, directs, and supervises all administrative, technical, and fiscal aspects of the Reporting to the...

CHEMISTRY LAB SUPERVISOR (40hrs evening) - Temple Health, Chestnut Hill Hospital

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 days ago

Job Summary Supervises the daily operations of Laboratory Svcs, ensuring adequate staffing on all three shifts; this includes monitoring turnaround times and customer satisfaction. Serves as a...

Phlebotomy Supervisor

  • Pottstown, PA
  • 26 days ago
  • Pottstown, PA
  • 26 days ago

Category Phlebotomy Location Pottstown, Pennsylvania Job function Operations Job family Patient Services Shift Day Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode On-site JOB TITLE: Phlebotomy Supervisor...

Director, Laboratory Services- Harrisburg

  • Carlisle, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Carlisle, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Purpose: Operate all areas of the Laboratory in accordance with guidelines and standards established by the advisory and regulatory agencies as they apply to each area of responsibility. Work in...

Director, Laboratory Services- Carlisle

  • Carlisle, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Carlisle, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Purpose: Operate all areas of the Laboratory in accordance with guidelines and standards established by the advisory and regulatory agencies as they apply to each area of responsibility. Work in...

Cath Lab Manager

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Sign on bonus for eligible, qualified candidates!!! To give the best patient care, we must be at our best. That's why we're committed to providing a range of competitive benefits for your health,...

Phlebotomy Supervisor

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Specimen collection may be performed at off-site locations, as required....

CHEMISTRY LAB SUPERVISOR (40hrs evening) - Temple Health, Chestnut Hill Hospital

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 90+ days ago

the direction of, and delegation by, the Medical Director, the Lab Supervisor formulates goals, recommends policy, assigns objectives, and establishes standards of practice within the Chemistry and Phlebotomy...

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Salary for Medical Lab Director Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Directors in Pennsylvania 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
9.6%
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 in Pennsylvania
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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