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Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role. Job Title: Laboratory Director (Manager, Laboratory Operations) $50 to $53 PER HOUR Client: Atlantic Health System Location: Pompton Plains, New Jersey, 07444 Start Date: September 8, 2025 Work Hours: 37.5 hours/week | 7.5 hours/day | 5 days/week Schedule: Monday& Friday, on-site with on-call/remote availability. Education & Certifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a physical/chemical/biological science ASCP certification (or equivalent) Must meet CAP requirements for a laboratory supervisor Preferred: Master Degree (MBA or MHA) Must-Have Requirements At least 5 years’ experience in high-complexity testing (CLIA/CAP-regulated environment) Minimum 6 years clinical lab experience, including 3+ years in a supervisory/leadership role Strong knowledge of quality management systems Proven skills in lab operations, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance Must be able to provide remote consultation when off-site Job Duties & Responsibilities The Laboratory Director will oversee all aspects of lab operations at Chilton Medical Center, including: Managing the Core Lab, Blood Bank, Phlebotomy, and Point of Care testing units Supervising lab staff: section supervisors, lead technologists, and technologists Implementing and evaluating quality control, productivity benchmarks, and lab workflows Managing department budgets, setting objectives, and improving cost-efficiency Ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards Acting as the liaison between lab teams and hospital administration Providing mentorship, performance evaluations, and coaching to team members Overseeing projects, instrument maintenance, policies, and interdepartmental communication Resolving operational issues in collaboration with pathologists, directors, and support teams