Multi-Site Laboratory Director - Tennessee

Job DescriptionJob Title: Division Laboratory Director – Full-Time, Day ShiftLocation: (Tennessee) – Relocation ConsideredEmployment Type: Permanent / Full-TimeSchedule: Monday – Friday, No WeekendsAbout the Role: A leading healthcare laboratory services organization is seeking a Division Laboratory Director to oversee multi-site laboratory operations across Tennessee. This role focuses on providing operational leadership, strategic oversight, and consulting support to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and compliant laboratory services.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage laboratory operations across multiple facilities within the division.Coordinate with service line, hospital, and facility leadership to implement operational improvements and best practices.Provide assessment, consulting, and oversight on laboratory quality, efficiency, and financial performance.Support test menu and equipment platform implementation, reference testing utilization, and billing compliance.Ensure regulatory readiness and ongoing accreditation standards are met.Build and mentor high-performing teams of laboratory directors.Develop and maintain strong relationships across leadership, physician groups, and operational stakeholders.Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting laboratory services.Execute division and service line strategies to align with enterprise financial and operational goals.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Laboratory Science required; Master's in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.Professional organization membership required.Minimum 5+ years of recent experience at the director/manager level or laboratory consulting, preferably in multi-site laboratory operations on a national or regional scale.Clinical laboratory experience, including Medical Technologist background, is required.Strong knowledge of healthcare systems management, hospital/lab operations, financial management, and third-party reimbursement.No employment gaps; ability to relocate for the right candidate.Multi-site laboratory experience highly preferred.Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per local/state/federal regulations (unless exemption approved).Additional Information:Local TN candidates preferred but open to relocation for highly qualified applicants.How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to send their resume to: marissak@ka-recruiting.com