Laboratory Director
Company: Valley Medical
Location: Burnsville
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Job Overview: Valley
Medical and Wellness is seeking a fractional Laboratory Director (8
hrs. a week) for a growing regional specialty laboratory located in
Burnsville, MN. The preferable candidate will have a background in
Toxicology with experience in Molecular Diagnostics and chemistry
considered an added benefit. The primary responsibilities would
include planning, organizing, and directing the overall operation
of the Laboratory Department. Activities included are performance
of molecular, chemical, and toxicologic tests performed in the
laboratory to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of
diseases. Oversight of current services and review to assure they
are of the best quality, are cost contained and are carried out in
an expeditious manner as well as development of new tests as the
laboratory grows. Additional responsibilities include assuring
competency of all personnel, formulating the budget for the
department, maintaining performance improvement activities within
the department, and maintaining efficient and effective
departmental operations in compliance with all state, federal, and
local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Primary
Responsibilities: Work with management on planning, organizing, and
directing laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with all
local, state, and federal regulations. Be available on a daily
basis in Laboratory to judge effectiveness of operation,
utilization of personnel and supplies, and general ethical and
professional atmosphere. Oversite for medical laboratory
productivity by monitoring workload of functional areas;
identifying peak and slack periods; making operational or staffing
adjustment. Oversite to quality results by participating in quality
assurance program; monitors performance of proficiency surveys;
performs review of quality control and quality assurance programs;
develops and revises lab and organizational policies and
procedures; generates operational reports and business assessments;
maintains laboratory, regulatory, and financial records.
Responsible for the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of
performance improvement activities. Secure and maintain the
physical facilities, equipment and supplies which are required to
carry out effective patient care and create an optimum physical
environment. Initiate and actuate improved methods of services and
direct their implementation. Prepare department budgets for
personnel, operating expenses, and capital equipment. Responsible
for the fiscal operation of the department. Communicate
appropriately and clearly to clients, staff and administration.
Consult other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in
patient care and performance improvement activities. Establish and
maintain standards of performance and ensure competency and
appropriate licensure of personnel. Direct and participate in the
human resource management function for the department by
coordinating the selection, promotion, orientation, and performance
appraisal processes. Maintains medical laboratory staff by
recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, and mentoring
employees. Coordinate and attend the departments in-service
training. Promote effective intradepartmental relationships.
Initiate, interpret, maintain, and enforce Laboratory Services
policies and procedures. Cooperate in planning programs and safety
and preparedness for fire and disaster. Participates in
inter-facility projects which help the laboratory achieve its goals
of providing quality service and client support in a cost-effective
manner. Responsible for providing 24/7 functionality of Laboratory
Services. Non-Essential Functions Perform other duties as assigned.
Professional Requirements Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat
and clean. Complete annual education requirements. Always represent
the organization in a positive and professional manner. Comply with
all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical
business practices. Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of
the organization. Participate in performance improvement and
continuous quality improvement activities. Preferred Skills and
Knowledge: Knowledge of CLIA, CAP, COLA, OSHA and local, state,
federal regulations. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time.
Excellent critical thinking skills to solve day-to-day problems and
complex situations. Able to work in fast-paced environment to
maintain testing quality and efficiency. Able to perform work with
a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills - written, verbal, and
listening. Strong knowledge of clinical laboratory services. Strong
organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work
independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and
maintain a positive attitude. Ability to manage multiple and
simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and
legal information. Ability to complete work assignments accurately
and in a timely manner. Ability to handle difficult situations
involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
Required Education, Experience and Credentials: Ph.D. in Biology,
Chemistry, Biochemistry or Molecular Diagnostics. Maintains current
registration with the American Board of Clinical Chemistry and/or
equivalent accrediting agency. Must have experience with regulatory
and accreditation of laboratory operations, preferably CLIA and
CAP. Minimum five (5) years of supervisory/managerial experience in
a high-volume multidisciplinary clinical laboratory. Additional
Position Details: ( hours, locations, commute) Up to 8 hours a
week. As needed, is on-call or accessible to other leadership and
supervisors for event escalation of business decisions outside of
the hours indicated above. Work is predominantly based in
Burnsville MN corporate lab location with occasional travel to
other VMW clinic sites. FLSA Status: Exempt
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