Director, Laboratory Services- (Jamestown NY) - UPMC : Job Details

Are you a passionate leader in laboratory science? Do you thrive in a role that combines strategic vision, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance? We're looking for an experienced Laboratory Operations Director to oversee our cutting-edge lab in Jamestown, NY, ensuring the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and patient care.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a highly skilled team in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Play a key role in ensuring top-tier laboratory services that directly impact patient care.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership, physicians, and regulatory bodies to drive innovation and excellence.
• Join a world class laboratory service line that coordinates innovative lab offerings across the UPMC system.
• Work closely with the Medical Laboratory Science Program at WCA, shaping the future of laboratory professionals.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee and optimize all areas of laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations (NYS, CLIA, CMS, FDA, Joint Commission, DOH, NAACLS).
• Develop and manage annual budgets while implementing cost-control and productivity measures.
• Lead quality assurance initiatives and performance evaluations to continuously improve laboratory services.
• Manage staff scheduling, performance reviews, and professional development programs.
• Serve as the key liaison between the lab, hospital administration, and medical teams, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Ensure an outstanding patient experience by delivering high-quality, reliable laboratory services.
• Contribute and lead laboratory projects for the advancement of the laboratory service line and development of future laboratory leaders.

Who You Are:

• A strategic and detail-oriented leader with a passion for laboratory excellence.
• Experienced in laboratory operations, compliance, and personnel management.
• Committed to advancing the field of laboratory science through education and innovation.

This is more than a jobit's an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and the future of laboratory science.

Bachelors in Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science or Laboratory related science required. Masters Preferred. 3 years of experience Required. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• MT (ASCP) or comparable Laboratory certification preferred.
• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran