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Laboratory Operations Director

  2026-06-09     LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings     Portland,OR  
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Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Director to join our team supporting multiple hospital partnerships in the Portland, OR region.Work Schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday. Additional hours as needed. Travel required between hospital sites.Job Responsibilities Serve as the primary liaison between laboratory services and hospital executive leadershipPartner with hospital leaders to align laboratory operations with organizational goalsParticipate in executive meetings, hospital committees, and operational reviewsOversee day-to-day operations across multiple hospital laboratoriesEnsure compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and applicable regulatory standardsManage staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation across sitesMonitor laboratory performance including turnaround times, quality metrics, and productivityAnalyze and present data to leadership to support decision-making and operational improvementsLead process improvement initiatives and drive operational efficienciesSupport implementation of new technologies, instrumentation, and laboratory systemsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care and service deliveryMentor and develop laboratory managers and staffEnsure all laboratory operations follow company policies and proceduresMinimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical TechnologyASCP or equivalent certification7 years or more of experience in clinical laboratory operations3 years or more of leadership experience in a laboratory settingExperience working with hospital leadership and multidisciplinary teamsExperience managing laboratory operations, staffing, and workflowPreferred Qualifications Master's degree (MBA, MHA, or related field)1 year or more of experience in a Laboratory Director or Administrative Director role2 years or more of experience supporting multi‑site or hospital‑based laboratory operations1 year or more of experience presenting data and operational metrics to leadership1 year or more of experience leading process improvement or strategic initiativesExperience with laboratory information systems (LIS) such as Epic BeakerExperience supporting instrument implementations or system integrationsFamiliarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologiesAdditional Job Standards Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and state regulationsUnderstanding of laboratory operations, policies, and proceduresStrong communication skills; both written and verbalHigh level of attention to detail with strong organizational skillsAbility to build relationships with hospital partners and internal teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environmentFlexibility to travel and adjust schedule based on business needsBenefits 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.Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merits of the individual.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.Accessibility and Privacy Information If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility.For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.#J-18808-Ljbffr


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