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Laboratory Director | Work-Life Balance | Texas
Laboratory Director
West Texas
Join a team with newly updated facilities and technology, Siemens chemistry analyzers (1 year old), 90% of testing done in-house, including microbiology, hematology, chemistry, and blood banking. Work in a supportive, trusted environment with excellent leadership.
Position Highlights:
- Enjoy a flexible leadership role with reasonable on-call expectations and a supportive, well-staffed team.
- Join a respected Critical Access Hospital with a newly upgraded lab and high internal/external reputation.
- We have received consistently outstanding COLA survey results and are known for operational efficiency and excellence in patient care.
- Work closely with an engaged, trusted hospital administration and collaborate with a strong group of fellow department managers and a highly trained lab team.
- Excellent relationships across departments including nursing, registration, and medical staff.
- Lead a model department with a respected reputation and take on high-impact responsibilities.
- This role is essential to hospital operations and offers opportunity for long-term leadership, development, and visibility within the organization.
Compensation & Benefits:
- $105K-$120K+ (commensurate on experience)
- Annual performance-based increases
- Full relocation assistance available
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision insurance, Life/AD&D insurance, Short/long-term disability available for purchase
- Malpractice coverage provided, Retirement: 4% withheld, 1.75:1 match, 7% guaranteed growth, fully vested after 5 years
- PTO: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays included; separate catastrophic leave bank, CME: Time off available
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required
- Master's degree preferred
- Certifications: ASCP or equivalent required
- Eligible for or currently holding state licensure (if applicable)
- Experience: 5+ years in a clinical laboratory
- Prior lab leadership experience preferred
- Strong understanding of lab regulations, compliance, and quality standards (COLA, CIHQ)
About the Community
- West Texas Charm with Urban Access
- Friendly and supportive West Texas town known for its welcoming residents
- Low cost of living, quality schools, home to Western Texas College, and a hub for regional commerce
- Strong local economy with a diverse industry bas,e and just south of Lubbock!
- Access to outdoor recreation and family-friendly amenities
- Active chamber of commerce and community engagement opportunities
Job Reference #: MLT 25796