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Director of Laboratory | Hospital Laboratory Leadership | Up to $124K

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Purple Cow Recruiting

Ottumwa, IA (In Person)

$108,076 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Director of Laboratory | Hospital Laboratory Leadership | Up to $124K Full Time | Laboratory Leadership | Acute Care Hospital Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. We are hiring a Director of Laboratory in Ottumwa, Iowa.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Senior laboratory leadership role reporting to the Chief Financial Officer Responsible for overall laboratory strategy, operations, culture, compliance, financial performance, and growth initiatives Oversees laboratory operations within a hospital environment Leads employee relations, recruitment, retention, customer service, and regulatory compliance efforts Supports laboratory and hospital growth through client recruitment, retention, and customer relations initiatives
COMPENSATION
Salary range: $91,980-$124,173 annually Relocation assistance potential
RESPONSIBILITIES
Set laboratory strategy and vision Build and maintain laboratory culture Lead team-building initiatives within the laboratory and hospital Manage laboratory financial strategy and operational goals Ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies Support growth through customer relations and marketing initiatives Oversee employee recruitment, retention, and human resource management activities Ensure high-quality customer service delivery Coordinate laboratory services with hospital departments Manage projects, strategic planning, and operational initiatives Perform additional duties as assigned
FACILITY
Ottumwa Regional Health Center Regional healthcare facility serving Southeast Iowa Offers emergency medicine, critical care, medical/surgical, rehabilitation, obstetrics, pediatrics, cardiac services, radiology, wound care, sleep lab, pathology, and specialty services
BENEFITS
Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement benefits Paid time off Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting's system.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent
REQUIRED BA/BS
in Medical Technology or scientific discipline
REQUIRED
Minimum 5 years supervisory or management experience
REQUIRED
Strong knowledge of accreditation and regulatory requirements
REQUIRED
Strong knowledge of CLIA, HIPAA, CAP, CMS, OIG, FMLA, ADA, and related regulations
REQUIRED
Strong communication and project management skills
REQUIRED
Strong strategic planning and change management skills
REQUIRED
Hospital or reference laboratory experience preferred Master's degree preferred Previous Director experience preferred 8 years supervisory/management experience in hospital or reference laboratory setting preferred Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting's system.