Clinical Laboratory Operations Director

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS), our people are our greatest asset, and we work to provide a place where team members thrive and grow.

The Clinical Laboratory Operations Director is responsible for the day-to-day functions of assigned laboratory locations. This leader directs regulatory compliance, ensures adherence to FCS policies, maintains QA and QM activities, monitors testing and workflow efficiency, and supports the financial goals of the department through fiscal responsibility in staffing and purchasing.

Responsibilities:

• Write and ensure compliance with laboratory administration policies and procedures
• Manage laboratory department contracts and lead laboratory projects
• Perform HR-related duties such as performance reviews and orientation for direct and indirect reports
• Establish annual capital and operational budgets and review monthly budget variance reports
• Manage vendor relationships and lead service recovery activities
• Maintain laboratory compliance with certifying agency requirements and federal and state laws
• Provide effective communication to lab staff, practice staff, and clinicians

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor by the Florida Department of Health
• Minimum ten years of experience in laboratory medicine, including at least five years of supervisory experience with progressive responsibilities
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-site environment