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Waterbury Hospital

Director, Laboratory Services

Waterbury, CT · On-site

$108K - $141K/yr

Responsible for the hiring of professional and non-professional Laboratory staffing. Responsible for wage, salary and benefit administration. Responsible for teaching and enforcement of Laboratory ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for laboratory staffing in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is laboratory staffing?

Laboratory staffing refers to the process of recruiting, hiring, and managing professionals who work in laboratory settings, such as medical labs, research facilities, and industrial labs. These staff members can include laboratory technicians, technologists, scientists, and support personnel. Effective laboratory staffing ensures that labs are adequately staffed with qualified individuals to maintain safety, accuracy, and efficiency in their operations. Staffing agencies or in-house HR teams may handle these responsibilities, depending on the organization’s needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in laboratory staffing?

To thrive in Laboratory Staffing, you need a solid understanding of laboratory operations, recruitment processes, and relevant compliance regulations, often supported by a degree in life sciences or human resources. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and credential verification tools is highly beneficial. Strong interpersonal skills, organization, and attention to detail help build effective relationships with both laboratory professionals and employers. These skills ensure the accurate placement of qualified candidates, regulatory compliance, and smooth laboratory operations.

What are some common challenges faced when working in laboratory staffing, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in laboratory staffing often face challenges such as matching highly specialized candidates to niche scientific roles, adapting to rapidly changing project timelines, and staying updated with compliance requirements. To address these, it’s important to build a strong network of qualified candidates, maintain clear communication with both clients and job seekers, and stay informed about industry regulations. Leveraging technology for candidate tracking and ongoing training in compliance can also help streamline the placement process and ensure successful matches.

What is the difference between Laboratory Staffing vs Laboratory Technicians?

AspectLaboratory StaffingLaboratory Technicians
CredentialsVaries; includes staffing agencies, temporary or permanent placementsTypically requires an associate's degree or certification in laboratory technology
Work EnvironmentMultiple labs, hospitals, clinics, or research facilitiesHospitals, diagnostic labs, research institutions
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, hospitals, labs seeking temporary or permanent staffLaboratories hiring full-time or part-time technicians
Search IntentLooking for temporary or flexible lab staffing solutionsSeeking qualified lab technicians for ongoing roles

Laboratory Staffing involves providing temporary or permanent personnel to various labs and healthcare facilities, often through staffing agencies. Laboratory Technicians are trained professionals responsible for conducting tests and procedures within labs. While both roles are essential in laboratory operations, Laboratory Staffing focuses on staffing solutions, whereas Laboratory Technicians are the skilled personnel performing lab work.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Staffing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Director, Laboratory Services

Waterbury Hospital

Waterbury, CT • On-site

$108K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Waterbury Hospital rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

167th of 1,061 rated hospitals

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the planning and coordination of the Laboratory service function. Responsible for the supervision and direction of the management team in the Laboratory. Responsible for the hiring of professional and non-professional Laboratory staffing. Responsible for wage, salary and benefit administration. Responsible for teaching and enforcement of Laboratory and Hospital rules and regulations. Develops and implements departmental policies, budgets and long-range plans including expansion of services.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
  • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Health Care, Business Administration or other related fields is required. Masters Degree in similar fields strongly preferred. Proficient in the use of various software applications is required.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

MT (ASCP) or CLS (NCA)
EXPERIENCE
  • Five years recent acute care clinical experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent negotiation/conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Strong customer service skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships.
  • Ability to anticipate problems and take preventive action
  • Confident decision making and critical thinking skills and action oriented
  • Ability to understand and work with data
  • Possesses strong computer skills
  • Demonstrated performance/process improvement skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for coordinating and directing the functions of the various Lab sections to conform to established Hospital and Laboratory goals; Prepares goals and objectives for department, plans for delivery of care and scope of services, and communicates such to staff
  • Plan, implement and maintain a scheduling system assure optimal utilization of staff in the delivery of Laboratory services for inpatients, outpatients and outreach program.
  • Make known to staff and management team the rules, regulations and policies affecting satisfactory employment.
  • Interview, hire and orient new staff. Process paperwork associated with employment, promotions, leaves, etc.
  • Staff all shifts with both appropriate and sufficient staff to ensure delivery of service at quality levels deemed appropriate.
  • Work with managers to advise on disciplinary actions and procedures for follow-up considering some unusual cases.
  • Perform and/or oversee entire payroll preparation and attendance recording systems.
  • Act as liaison between Laboratory and other service departments including but not limited to Nursing Service, Health Clinic, Chase Clinic, Emergency Service, Radiology, Cardiology, Admitting, One-Day Surgery.
  • Handle employee grievances and represent Laboratory practice and policy at Union grievances and arbitration.
  • Oversee laboratory outreach program at all sites.
  • Reviews budget routinely to confirm financial goals are being met.
  • Interfaces with HIS/LIS systems, ensuring accuracy of data and functions and training of staff, and utilizes data and reports to improve operations; responsible for researching, developing and promoting of various new laboratory services including a business plan for market expansion and Laboratory Strategic Planning.
  • Directs the implementation of new tests, procedures, validation and correlation studies and recommends methods and instrumentation to improve patient care and laboratory efficiency
  • Maintains and enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, workshops, and professional affiliations.
  • Responsible for establishing and maintaining of variety of quality control (QC), continuous quality improvement (CQI), Joint Commission, Laboratory regulatory agencies and related programs within the Laboratory for testing, patient care, equipment maintenance, etc., as required by CAP, Joint Commission, CLIA and/or other local, state and federal regulatory agencies
  • Works with the medical director of the laboratory and associated pathologists to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies while ensuring quality of services provided, employee performance, community needs, scope of services.
  • Collaborates with UConn Health Community Network laboratory services to allow for standardization and to leverage best practices.

Job Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed above may change from time to time.

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