Laboratory Operations Director

Company: Labcorp
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 11, 2026

Job Description:

Labcorp is seeking a dynamic and strategic Laboratory Director to lead and oversee clinical laboratory operations across multiple hospitals in the Portland region. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality diagnostic services, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who can effectively engage with senior hospital and lab leadership, drive performance improvement initiatives, and foster a culture of excellence and innovation. Schedule: Day shift, Monday-Friday, other hours as needed, travel required Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary liaison between hospital executive leadership and laboratory services. Collaborate with senior leaders to align lab operations with hospital-wide strategic goals. Represent laboratory services in executive meetings, planning sessions, and cross-functional initiatives. Direct daily operations of clinical laboratories, ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and other regulatory standards. Oversee staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation across multiple lab sites. Implement and monitor quality assurance programs and continuous improvement initiatives. Develop, analyze, and present key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to senior leadership. Prepare regular reports on lab performance, turnaround times, test volumes, and quality outcomes. Use data-driven insights to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Lead the adoption of best practices in laboratory medicine, including automation, workflow optimization, and digital transformation. Champion initiatives that enhance patient safety, diagnostic accuracy, and operational efficiency. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes. Mentor and develop laboratory managers and technical staff. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the laboratory workforce. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred). ASCP or equivalent certification required. Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in clinical laboratory operations. Proven ability to interact effectively with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams. Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills. Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS), data analytics, and performance dashboards. Must reside in the Portland Region or be willing to relocate. Preferred experience in multi-site hospital systems or integrated health networks Preferred demonstrated success leading change management and strategic initiatives Preferred familiarity with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, or similar) Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all to apply If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.

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