Director of Laboratory

Directs, establishes, and plans the overall policies and goals for a hospital's laboratory services. Works closely with hospital staff, department directors, and physicians to ensure the highest standards of quality and service are maintained. Writes and updates procedures and manuals as needed and reviews them annually to ensure that employees have current information needed to perform tests and procedures. relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Leads and directs the work of others. Typically reports to top management. Master's degree in a related area and 7- 10 years of experience in the field or a related area.

Education:

• Master's degree in a related area preferred.

Experience:

• 7 - 10 years of experience in the field or a related area.

• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

At Merit Health Wesley and Merit Health Medical Group, our people provide great care. We are more than 250 physicians strong while employing more than 1,000 healthcare professionals who have been nationally recognized for patient safety and quality care. We are a dynamic entity, continually changing and growing in size, service, and scope to meet the needs of South Mississippi. Even with these changes, one thing has—and always will—remain the same: our team of professional caregivers strives to uphold the principles upon which this facility was founded more than 100 years ago: Loving God, Serving Others, and Excelling in Healthcare.

An Equal Opportunity Employer - including disability and protected veteran status.

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To Apply, please email candi_cowart@chs.net

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