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Laboratory Director

1/9/2026

The Laboratory Director is responsible for the planning, coordination, and overall management of Laboratory Services. This role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure high-quality laboratory services and regulatory compliance.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Purple Cow Recruiting is a global talent acquisition firm that connects top-tier professionals with leading organizations across industries, including the United States federal government. We specialize in recruiting for healthcare and technical roles, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, including all back end support. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance with key industry standards such as Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP, while delivering exceptional candidates. Technical, Healthcare, and Commercial Expertise : -Deployment of FTEs: Capability to deploy fully credentialed professionals across technical, healthcare, and commercial roles. -Telehealth and Remote IT Solutions: Proficient in remote support for both healthcare and technical operations. -Commercial Expertise: Strong track record in placing candidates in corporate roles, including finance, marketing, and engineering. Compliance and Quality Assurance: -Adherence to federal standards (e.g., Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP) and industry best practices for commercial sectors. -Quality Control Plan (QCP) includes regular audits, performance reviews, and compliance checks. Past Performance: Successfully delivered staffing solutions for DoD contracts, healthcare institutions, and leading commercial enterprises. Our performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations in both public and private sectors. Key Personnel: -Fiona Rintoul, CEO: Oversees strategic direction and operational alignment. -Chelsea Drinkard, VP of Recruiting: Manages recruitment across federal, healthcare, technical, and commercial sectors. Purple Cow Recruiting ensures high-quality staffing solutions, aligning with both public and private sector objectives to support mission-critical operations and commercial growth.

About the Role

Description

Heartline Staffing, Strategic Talent Partners with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Laboratory Director for a permanent leadership opportunity in Alexandria, Louisiana.

The Laboratory Director is responsible for the planning, coordination, and overall management of Laboratory Services, including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology. This role provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and administrative direction to ensure high-quality laboratory services, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.

The Director leads laboratory teams by setting clear expectations, supporting professional development, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This position collaborates closely with hospital leadership, medical staff, and interdisciplinary teams to support clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.

COMPENSATION:

Hourly Pay Range (Based on Experience):

$47.10/hour

$58.88/hour

$70.66/hour

Sign-On Bonus:

Case by case

Relocation Assistance:

Case by case

Requirements

Recent acute care laboratory supervisory or leadership experience required.
State Medical Technologist license required.
Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited program in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a chemical, physical, or biological science.
Registered with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP).
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple laboratory disciplines and staff.

Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.

Key Skills

LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLaboratory ManagementRegulatory CompliancePatient SafetyProfessional DevelopmentOperational OversightClinical ExcellenceContinuous ImprovementTeam CollaborationBlood Bank ManagementChemistry ManagementHematology ManagementMicrobiology ManagementStrategic Leadership