Director, Lab Operations

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Posting Date

06/10/2025

3000 Davita Way, Deland, Florida, , United States of America

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Over the last decade, we set out to be the world's greatest dialysis company, and over the next decade, we're poised to build the greatest healthcare community the world has ever seen. When you join the DaVita Village, you're joining a winning team. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.

The Director, Laboratory is responsible for the day-to-day technical and scientific operation of the laboratory and other duties as delegated by the Medical Director. The position provides for the overall operation, leadership, direction, and administration of the Clinical Laboratories in accordance with CAP, Federal and State regulations governing clinical laboratories. This position reports to the VP, Lab Operations.

• Oversees operational and strategic objectives for the clinical laboratory
• Manages laboratory lanes to budget through cost savings and productivity monitoring
• Monitors and utilizes data to evaluate and drive business decisions for capital and teammate resources
• Standardizes and ensures policy and procedures are current for services at lab locations and meet federal, state and local regulatory requirements
• Facilitates communication between business lanes and shifts and across departments
• Oversee the development and/or expansion of service lines and projects for long-term planning for internal and external business opportunities
• Provides leadership to clinical lab teams
• Provides guidance regarding strategies to continuously improve service offerings and support organization capabilities
• Sets performance standards and utilizes influence to meet department and organization goals and initiatives
• Drives engagement and a sense of belonging on the team
• Mentors and develops leaders and emerging talent
• Oversee the training, competency and performance of laboratory testing by teammates to include recording and resulting tests accurately to assure compliance with applicable regulations
• Ensures quality control and quality assurance programs are established and maintained to assure quality of laboratory services provided
• Ensures good customer relations for internal and external customers, resolving problems in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor degree in Medical Technology or related sciences required
• Minimum 8 years laboratory management experience of similar high complexity and volume of testing required
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required
• Master’s degree in business administration or relevant sciences (preferred)

• Medical Technologist registry (ASCP, NCA, AAB or equivalent) required
• Florida supervisor license preferred

• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well‑being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

• Comprehensive benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family:
  Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development programs:
  DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual…