Laboratory Director | Work-Life Balance | Texas

Laboratory Director

West Texas

Join a team with newly updated facilities and technology, Siemens chemistry analyzers (1 year old), 90% of testing done in-house, including microbiology, hematology, chemistry, and blood banking. Work in a supportive, trusted environment with excellent leadership.

Position Highlights:

• Enjoy a flexible leadership role with reasonable on-call expectations and a supportive, well-staffed team.
• Join a respected Critical Access Hospital with a newly upgraded lab and high internal/external reputation.
• We have received consistently outstanding COLA survey results and are known for operational efficiency and excellence in patient care.
• Work closely with an engaged, trusted hospital administration and collaborate with a strong group of fellow department managers and a highly trained lab team.
• Excellent relationships across departments including nursing, registration, and medical staff.
• Lead a model department with a respected reputation and take on high-impact responsibilities.
• This role is essential to hospital operations and offers opportunity for long-term leadership, development, and visibility within the organization.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $105K–$130K (commensurate on experience)
• Annual performance-based increases
• Full relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision insurance, Life/AD&D insurance, Short/long-term disability available for purchase
• Malpractice coverage provided, Retirement: 4% withheld, 1.75:1 match, 7% guaranteed growth, fully vested after 5 years
• PTO: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays included; separate catastrophic leave bank, CME: Time off available

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required
• Master's degree preferred
• Certifications: ASCP or equivalent required
• Eligible for or currently holding state licensure (if applicable)
• Experience: 5+ years in a clinical laboratory
• Prior lab leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of lab regulations, compliance, and quality standards (COLA, CIHQ)

About the Community

• West Texas Charm with Urban Access
• Friendly and supportive West Texas town known for its welcoming residents
• Low cost of living, quality schools, home to Western Texas College, and a hub for regional commerce
• Strong local economy with a diverse industry bas,e and just south of Lubbock!
• Access to outdoor recreation and family-friendly amenities
• Active chamber of commerce and community engagement opportunities

Job Reference #: MLT 25796