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Hospital Laboratory Director

Smyrna, TN · On-site

$93K - $120K/yr

A Hospital Laboratory Director opportunity is available in Smyrna, TN. with a clinical laboratory services network supporting more than 250 acute and rehabilitation hospitals, physician practices ...

A Hospital Laboratory Director opportunity is available in Chattanooga, TN. with a clinical laboratory services network supporting more than 250 acute and rehabilitation hospitals, physician ...

Hospital Laboratory Director

Dublin, GA · On-site

$90K - $118K/yr

Do you have the career opportunities as a Hospital Laboratory Director you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Fairview Park Hospital which is part of the ...

A Hospital Laboratory Director opportunity is available in Nashville, TN. with a clinical laboratory services network supporting more than 250 acute and rehabilitation hospitals, physician practices ...

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How much do hospital laboratory jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital laboratory in the United States is $22.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospital laboratory?

Hospital laboratory jobs involve performing tests on patient samples to help diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. Professionals in these roles, such as medical laboratory technicians and technologists, work with blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids to provide critical information to doctors. These jobs require attention to detail, knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures, and adherence to strict safety protocols. Hospital laboratory staff play a vital role in patient care by ensuring accurate and timely test results.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital laboratory technician?

To thrive as a Hospital Laboratory Technician, you need a solid background in biology or chemistry, attention to detail, and typically an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related field, along with relevant certification (such as ASCP). Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and quality control protocols is essential. Strong organizational skills, problem-solving ability, and effective communication help technicians excel in collaborative and time-sensitive environments. These competencies ensure accurate test results, patient safety, and efficient laboratory operations.

How does a hospital laboratory professional typically collaborate with other healthcare staff during a patient's treatment?

Hospital laboratory professionals work closely with doctors, nurses, and other clinical staff to ensure accurate and timely diagnostic results. They often communicate directly with physicians to clarify test orders or discuss critical findings, and may consult with nursing staff about proper specimen collection procedures. This collaborative environment helps ensure that lab results are appropriately interpreted and integrated into patient care decisions. Strong teamwork and clear communication are essential for maintaining patient safety and supporting positive health outcomes.

What is the difference between Hospital Laboratory vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectHospital LaboratoryMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related fieldUsually requires an Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics
Job RoleOversees lab operations, supervises technicians, manages complex testingPerforms routine lab tests, prepares specimens, reports results
Industry UsageCommonly employed in hospital settings for advanced testingWidely used in hospitals and labs for routine testing

Hospital Laboratory professionals typically hold higher credentials and oversee complex testing processes, while Medical Laboratory Technicians focus on performing routine tests and specimen preparation. Both roles are essential in healthcare settings, with the hospital laboratory often serving as the central hub for diagnostic testing in hospitals.

How can I work in a hospital laboratory?

To work in a hospital laboratory, you typically need a relevant degree such as a bachelor's or associate degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related field. Certification or licensing, such as from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), is often required, and laboratory skills with laboratory equipment and safety protocols are essential. Employment may also require background checks and adherence to hospital policies.

What does a hospital laboratory do in a hospital?

A hospital laboratory performs diagnostic tests on blood, urine, tissue, and other samples to help diagnose, monitor, and treat patients. Laboratory technologists and technicians use specialized equipment and follow strict protocols to ensure accurate results, supporting medical decision-making and patient care.
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Hospital Laboratory Director

Saint Petersburg, FL • On-site

HCA Florida Northside Hospital
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


HCA Florida Healthcare rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 485 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

This position is incentive eligible.

Do you have the career opportunities as a Hospital Laboratory Director you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Northside Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Management Functions:

  • Concurrently monitors employee and departmental performance to ensure adherence to policies and procedures, timelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Reviews all departmental policies and procedures at least annually and revises, as needed.
  • Develops, implements and monitors new policies and procedures as needed.
  • Ensures that department employees attend all mandatory IRL/departmental in-services and staff meetings.

Quality Improvement Functions:

  • Develops monitoring systems for the collection, documentation and reporting of quality assessment and improvement data; extracts pertinent information from quality assessment and improvement studies, initiates corrective action plans, and re-monitors results
  • Evaluates existing systems and processes and develops corrective action plans for service/quality trends identified Initiates changes and monitors for improvement
  • Ensures that departments proactively respond to feedback from customers (internal and external) and implements improvement mechanisms to enhance the overall ability of the department to meet the customer’s needs for laboratory services

Fiscal Functions

  • Concurrently monitors resource utilization, including payroll, supplies and expenses, client volume and revenue variation reports, outpatient volume reports, mileage and expense logs; participates in MOR. Takes action immediately, as needed, to rectify problem
  • Responsible to ensure the weekly and monthly corporate key indicators are an accurate measurement of past and current performance for a basis for proactive response to a changing environment
  • Ensures legal and ethical practices are always maintained
  • Prepares and submits capital expenditure requests, department projections and annual budget.

Human Resource Functions:

  • Monitors and evaluates the activities of the staff and provides management, coaching, guidance, delegation opportunities, and on-the-job training and re-training as necessary to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to policies and procedures; fosters open communication by offering, encouraging, and accepting suggestions from staff regarding department operations
  • Screens, interviews and selects qualified individuals for open positions within the department
  • Reviews all department employee job descriptions at least annually and revises, as needed. Provides employees with a new job description if substantive changes are made
  • Completes and conducts performance evaluations for all staff under direct supervision after three months of employment and annually, in a timely manner
  • Maintains department education files, including new employee orientation checklist, equipment training checklist, mandatory in-service attendance confirmation and continuing education
  • Develops and monitors improvement action plans, as needed, to correct poor job performance
  • Initiates counseling and discipline according to policies and procedures
  • Terminations, status changes, and other personnel actions are completed in a timely fashion
  • Reviews and approves payroll time sheets, purchasing requisitions, check requests, and scheduling requests
  • Employee injuries are reported within specified time frames and IRL policy/procedure for work related injuries is followed and supported

Professional Functions:

  • Directs and organizes the operations of the hospital rapid-response laboratories through the appropriate, delegation of responsibilities and authority and overall direction of the hospital laboratory management team.
  • Effectively communicates with IRL System personnel at all levels to coordinate efforts meet special needs and address problems or concerns.
  • Works with IRL System management team to maintain regular, two-way communications and integration of core laboratory and hospital personnel. Conducts regular Town Hall Meetings at all IRL System facilities and is accountable for contributing to quarterly newsletters for IRL System personnel.
  • Effectively works with all levels of IRL and hospital management and employees to ensure a service delivery system, which sets standards of excellence in terms of quality, response time, and overall user satisfaction.
  • Meets regularly with appropriate IRL System counterparts to ensure effective inter-departmental interfaces are established, maintained and enhanced.
  • Continually monitors and stays abreast of legislative and regulatory changes affecting the laboratory industry, and ensures changes are accurately communicated to affected departments and implemented on a timely basis.
  • Investigates, recommends and purchases equipment, supplies and instrumentation appropriate to current and planned future needs.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Bachelor's Degree-required or Master's Degree
  • State of Florida Supervisor's License in at least 3 areas: Blood Bank/Immunohematology - Chemistry - Hematology - Histology - Microbiology - Serology/Immunology-required
  • 3+ years of experience in a supervisory/management role in a clinical laboratory setting - required.
  • This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).
Benefits

HCA Florida Northside Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is a full-service provider of clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and a network of hospital-based rapid-response laboratories present in four HCA Healthcare divisions in Florida. Our core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial accounts.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Hospital Laboratory Director opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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