Position Information:

The Laboratory Director is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, quality oversight, and continuous improvement of Laboratory. The Director ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered laboratory services that meet regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards. Working collaboratively with physicians, clinical leaders, and multidisciplinary teams, the Director supports excellence in patient care, workforce development, fiscal stewardship, and innovation.
Leadership and Operations

- Provide leadership and direction for all laboratory operations, including core laboratory, transfusion medicine, pathology and specimen collection services.
- Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with organizational priorities.
- Foster a culture of accountability, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Monitor operational performance and implement initiatives to improve service delivery and efficiency.

Quality and Accreditation
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards.
- Lead quality assurance and quality improvement programs.
- Monitor key performance indicators and develop action plans to address identified gaps.
- Support patient safety initiatives and risk management activities.

Financial Management
- Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets.
- Identify opportunities for cost containment and resource optimization.
- Lead equipment planning, capital purchases, and business case development.

Human Resources
- Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for laboratory staff and leaders.
- Support workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession planning initiatives.
- Promote staff engagement, professional development, and continuing education.

Partnership and Collaboration
- Collaborate with medical leadership, program directors, regional partners, and external agencies.
- Support the integration of laboratory services across the organization and health system.
- Act as a key resource for laboratory-related initiatives and projects.

Qualifications
Required

- Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Health Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.




- Current registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body
- Minimum 5 years of leadership/charge experience in laboratory services.
- Demonstrated experience in quality management, accreditation processes, and regulatory compliance.
- Robust financial, operational, and human resource management skills.

Preferred
- Master's degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, Leadership, or a related field.
- Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) designation.
- Experience in hospital-based laboratory services and regional healthcare systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong leadership and change management skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation requirements, and laboratory best practices.
- Ability to lead teams through innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and patient-centered care

Salary Range: $71.35-$80.30/ hour

Why choose Woodstock Hospital?

- Affordable On Site Parking, Electric Car Charging Stations
- HOOPP Pension Plan & Comprehensive Full Time Benefits
- Competitive Salaries, Tuition Assistance
- Monthly Wellness Initiatives, Staff Massage Chairs
- Job Sharing Opportunities, Internal 50/50 for Staff
- Corporate Discount Program, Staff Recognition Programs

Company Biography:

All Woodstock Hospital postings are a reflection of true vacancies, however unionized postings will consider internal union members first. AI is not currently used in the hiring process. Woodstock Hospital is committed to promoting compassionate and respectful patient care. We are dedicated to sustaining a supportive workplace and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities.



We are committed to providing a barrier-free environment by participating and complying with the by-laws and guidelines of the standards developed under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If accommodation is required during the application, interview, or recruitment process, please contact Human Resources via email. Woodstock Hospital is also committed to being a safe space for everyone where we embrace diversity and celebrate individuality where everyone feels valued, respected, and appreciated. We seek to establish a more inclusive, diverse, accessible, and just culture in addressing barriers and inequities to make WH a place where everyone feels like they belong.

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