Regional Lab Director

Labcorp•Houston, TX

5d•$40,000 - $45,000•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Regional Lab Director to join our team in Houston, TX. This role oversees a large operation with 40,000-45,000 patients per day and manages 240 indirect reports. The position involves leading a culture of continuous learning and development, managing performance, and participating in succession planning. The director is responsible for maintaining staffing levels, leading change management initiatives, and ensuring the financial health and operational integrity of the laboratory. A key focus is on quality assurance, client experience, and regulatory compliance, including passing all audits and maintaining appropriate regulatory status. The role requires strong communication with senior leadership and a commitment to enforcing policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
5 years or more of clinical laboratory experience within a leadership role
Experience leading teams through process improvements, restructuring, or business transformation initiatives
Ability to inspire, motivate, and influence teams across functions and levels
Familiar with new laboratory instrumentation and equipment automation
Strong working knowledge of supply chain operations and expense control
Ability to communicate with a heavy customer focus when working with client leadership
Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
Understanding of laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees
Ability to problem solve and provide solutions under minimal supervision
Proficient with Laboratory Information Systems and Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
Proven track record of identifying opportunities for growth, innovation, and process improvement
High level of attention to detail with strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

1 year or more of experience in a high volume laboratory
5 years or more of Technical Lab experience

Responsibilities

Develop a culture of continuous learning, leadership growth, and career progression.
Manage performance, provide constructive feedback, and support career development.
Responsible for the hiring and development of the laboratory leadership team.
Participate in succession planning as well as development and promotion plans.
Responsible for maintaining suitable staffing levels throughout the lab and satellite locations.
Lead others successfully through change to get desired outcomes.
Responsible for the development and execution of the laboratory structure and organization.
Maintain continuous lab operations with integrity and validity for all laboratory activities.
Oversee the personnel, service levels, budget, and quality measures for the laboratory operation.
Partner with other strategic leaders to improve client experience including sales, phlebotomy, and logistics.
Maintain quality accuracy and ensure all quality monitors meet laboratory objectives.
Ensure that prompt corrective action is taken for all lab audit findings or deficiencies noted.
Consistent communication with Senior Leadership to ensure they are aware of relevant matters.
Ensure that the laboratory passes all audits and maintains appropriate regulatory status.
Enforce applicable policies and procedures throughout the entire laboratory operation.