Posting Date
06/23/2026
3000 Davita Way, Deland, Florida, 32724-2039, United States of America
The Director, Lab Operations is responsible for the day to day technical and scientific operation of the laboratory and other duties as delegated by the Medical Director. The position provides for the overall operation, leadership, direction, and administration of the Clinical Laboratories in accordance with federal and state regulations governing clinical laboratories. This position reports to the VP, Lab Operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Establishes operational and strategic objectives and work plans for the clinical laboratory
Develops, monitors and utilizes data to evaluate and drive operational and business decisions
Manages laboratory operations within the budget with financial goal improvement through cost savings initiatives and improved productivity
Standardizes and consolidates policy and procedure for services as needed at all lab sites
Facilitates coordination of communication between all departments and across shifts
Ensures teammates competencies in performing, recording and reporting test results accurately, promptly and proficiently assuring compliance with applicable regulations
Ensures quality control and quality assurance programs are established and maintained to assure the quality of laboratory services provided
Oversees compliance with DaVita policy and procedures in accordance with federal, state and local regulations
Ensures good customer relations for both internal and external clients, following up on problems providing timely resolution
Delivers status reports to administration monitoring daily operations and project updates
Oversees the development of the laboratory service line's plans and programs in evaluation of long-range planning for internal and external business line opportunities
Provides leadership to direct reports:
Help direct reports overcome any organizational obstacles encountered
Know, understand, implement, follow, and communicate to teammates DaVita employment policies and procedures, awards, and other opportunities within company and foster a positive work environment
Facilitate teammate development (PDRs, coaching, mentoring, DaVita training, outside training); collaborate with direct reports to create professional development goals
Monitors workflows and delegates responsibilities to team members, assists in scheduling personnel and time-keeping functions;
Manages all teammate employment activity such as hiring, promoting, job performance, evaluations, and disciplinary actions with appropriate approvals as required;
Plans, organizes and supervises teammates to ensure high quality teammate customer service:
Provide work direction for department teammates
Determine staffing plans that promote the most effective use of all teammates ensure coverage during teammate absences
Maintains teammate records to include written performance evaluation of all staff records to be kept in compliance with DaVita policy and any applicable laws:
Ensure accurate, timely processing of Workday tasks
Evaluate, record and process teammate reviews and compensation according to company policy and in timely manner
Review and approve time cards of teammates as required for payroll
Knows, understands, follows, and implements basic wage and hour laws, federal, state and local laws and regulations, Medicare, and legislation affecting employment
Develops and conducts educational programs to keep teammates up-to-date on DaVita policies, new laws and regulations impacting work, and other information necessary to provide knowledgeable, accurate work output
Maintains familiarity with and communicate to teammates DaVita programs impacting teammates including but not limited to Triple Crown
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences required; Advance degree (MBA, MPH, MHA) highly preferred
Medical Technologist approved registry required
Minimum of eight (8) years laboratory management experience of similar size and scope required; Ten (10) years highly preferred
Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
What We'll Provide:
More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.
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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.