Lab Director III

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Director to join our team in Pensacola, FL. This position will be responsible for overseeing the operations and administration of the clinical laboratory testing. This pivotal role will ensure efficient and effective management across multiple sites, supporting our commitment to ensuring the delivery of the highest standards of diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.

• Responsible for the development and execution of the laboratory structure and organization
• Maintained continuous lab operations with integrity and validity for all laboratory activities
• Oversee the personnel, service levels, budget, quality measures for the laboratory operation
• Responsible for the hiring and development of the laboratory leadership team
• Participate in succession planning as well as development and promotion plans
• Focus on strengthening individuals and their capabilities to build a leadership pipeline
• Maintain quality accuracy and ensure all quality monitors meet laboratory objectives
• Ensure that prompt corrective action is taken for all lab audit findings or deficiencies noted
• Serve as a laboratory departmental liaison during regulatory inspections and/or client audits
• Consistent communication with Senior Leadership to ensure they are aware of relevant matters
• Responsible for maintaining suitable staffing levels throughout the lab and satellite locations
• Ensure that the laboratory passes all audits and maintains appropriate regulatory status
• Enforce applicable policies and procedures throughout the entire laboratory operation

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or a related life science
• Minimum 6 year of clinical laboratory testing experience
• Minimum 3 years of clinical laboratory experience within a supervisory or management role
• Florida state supervisor license required or eligible
• ASCP, AMT, or any other relevant laboratory certifications are a plus
• Prior experience in a high volume, large hospital environment preferred
• Familiar with new laboratory instrumentation and equipment automation
• Strong working knowledge of supply chain operations and expense control
• Ability to communicate with a heavy customer focus when working with client leadership
• Previous experience managing multiple locations is highly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
• Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
• Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees
• Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision
• Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills