Diagnostic Laboratory Director
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About The Position
Austin Peay State University is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Laboratory Director to oversee the operations of the campus diagnostic laboratory. This role requires a strong background in laboratory medicine, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care. The APSU Diagnostic lab works in collaboration with the ARD Student Health Center and processes samples and typical diagnostic tests for students, faculty, and staff that utilize health services. These diagnostic services are typical to most labs and will provide timely and accurate diagnosis to detect and treat patients as necessary. Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 166,000 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN. The Diagnostic Laboratory Director will be responsible for collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes, leading and managing the laboratory's growth and expansion initiatives, and identifying and implementing new technologies and services to enhance laboratory capabilities. The Director will develop and execute strategic plans to increase laboratory capacity and market presence, foster partnerships and collaborations to support the laboratory's growth objectives, and supervise and manage the laboratory team. Additionally, the Director will ensure the proper functioning and maintenance of laboratory equipment, monitor inventory levels, and coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless patient care. The role also involves providing and maintaining training and competency for testing personnel, overseeing the completion and submission of proficiency test surveys, ensuring patient results are performed accurately and timely, and addressing any patient concerns or inquiries related to laboratory services. The Director will assess and review quality control data, develop corrective action plans, and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies and applicable state standards. Furthermore, the Director will develop and manage the laboratory budget, monitor financial performance, and implement cost-saving measures while contributing to benchwork as needed.
