**Hours of Work :** 8-5 **Days Of Week :** Mon-Fri **Work Shift :** 8X5 Day (United States of America) **Job Description :** Your Job: Director Lab professional responsible for Formulates plans, organizes resources, directs personnel and develops policies in the Pathology Laboratory as directed by the Medical Director. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week line responsibility of the department and sections of the laboratory to ensure implementation of the medical/clinical programs. Supports and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic plans of Methodist Health System Your Job Requirements: • Masters Degree required. • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Clinical Laboratory Scientist or related area of specialty OR, Four years of related medical technology experience; OR For individuals educated outside of the United States, a translation of that education (equivalency statement obtained from a business dedicated to this service) that shows equivalence to above requirements. • MT(ASCP), CLS(ASCP), or MT(AMT) • Prior experience should include at least eight years of laboratory experience, with five or more years of management experience, preferably in an acute care hospital setting • Very strong proficiency using Microsoft Office products • Superior oral and written communication skills • Strong process orientation • Detail oriented, logical, and methodological approach to problem solving • Ability to provide vision and leadership • Ability to plan and schedule the work of others • Demonstrated capability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all departments and employees in a team-oriented environment Your Job Responsibilities: • Communicate clearly and openly • Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment • Be accountable for your performance • Always look for ways to improve the patient experience • Take initiative for your professional growth • Be engaged and eager to build a winning team • Coaches and develops the skills and talents of department employees with emphasis on the Pathology Supervisory Team. Directs the hiring, training and discharge of the department staff. • Coordinates and directs with the Medical Director regulatory compliance of the Pathology Department with external regulatory and accrediting agencies. • Ensures with the Medical Director and acceptable quality level for all testing results in Pathology. Methodist Charlton Medical Center is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, and Lancaster in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care; stroke care; hip and knee joint replacement; women and children’s services; and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned: + Magnet®-designated hospital + 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by _Becker’s Hospital Review_ , 2023 + Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023 + Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023 + Get With The Guidelines® Gold and Gold Plus awards from the American Heart Association Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by _Modern Healthcare_ , Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned: + Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers + 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by _Becker’s Hospital Review_ , 2023 + Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023 + Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023 Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Methodist Health System (MHS) to select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of MHS to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, marital status, genetic information or ancestry. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee’s compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training, development, transfer all other privileges of employment. MHS is committed to maintain a working environment free of intimidation, workplace discrimination and harassment. Retaliation or attempted retaliatory behavior that occurs as a result of an employee’s exercise of their rights under this policy or any other statutorily protected right is strictly prohibited and will be grounds for disciplinary action.