Director, Laboratory Services - Retama Hospital

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Director, Laboratory Services - University Health Retama Hospital
Come grow with us! At University Health, we are building a healthier future with our community hospitals.  We welcome driven healthcare leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are ready to make a lasting impact.
University Health Retama Campus
University Health Retama Hospital will be located next to the Retama Park Horse Track in Selma off of Loop 1604 and Retama Parkway.
This community hospital also includes a 24/7 emergency department, labor and delivery unit, radiology, laboratory, pharmacy, neonatal intensive care unit/nursery, and inpatient units for both adults and children. The hospital will open in 2026-27 with 166 beds and is designed to expand to 286 beds as this area continues to grow. To make it even more convenient for patients, a connected 100,000-square-foot medical office building will offer appointments for a wide range of medical and surgical specialists.
University Health is Leading the Way
For more than 100 years, University Health has been here to heal, to improve health, to lead, innovate and advance the practice of medicine.  Above all, the people of University Health are here to serve all who entrust us with their health and lives with the highest quality care, respect and compassion.
At the University Health main campus, University Hospital proudly serves as the primary teaching facility for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center for South Texas.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Vice President of Pathology Services, is responsible for general administration and oversight of the Retama Hospital pathology services.
Informs the Medical Directors, Managers and Supervisors of developing trends within pathology and proposes approaches to dealing with needed changes. Monitors the activities of the Pathology Information System, as well as Quality/Compliance management staff assuring effective communication with Information Systems department and nursing or clinic staff that performs Point-of-Care testing. Collaborates with Donor Services management staff and Corporate Communications in development and monitoring of the donor program. Participates in regional and national management organizations, keeping well informed on issues affecting the laboratory industry and giving visibility to University Health.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or an appropriate biological/chemical/medical science from an accredited college or university is required. Five years of related, progressively responsible health care experience is required. Successful completion of a structured clinical program (CAHEA approved) and certification in clinical laboratory sciences by a recognized certifying agency or completion of accredited structured clinical program and certification by a recognized certifying agency prior to 1963 or bachelor’s degree in an appropriate biological/chemical/medical science from an accredited college or university and a clinical laboratory specialist certification is required. Master’s degree in business or health care administration is preferred.
Licensure/Certification Requirements
Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) or United States Department of Health, Education and Welfare (HEW) is required.
Total Rewards:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance Extensive ancillary benefits Paid Time Off Excellent Retirement Plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible Spending Account Pet Insurance
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Location:
SAN ANTONIO
Job Type:
FullTime

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