Laboratory services play a vital role in nearly every patient diagnosis, treatment plan and clinical decision. As Executive Director of Laboratory for Community Health System, you will provide executive leadership for a systemwide laboratory enterprise that spans acute care hospitals and ambulatory settings, helping shape the future of diagnostic services across the continuum of care. This is a unique opportunity to influence clinical quality, operational excellence and the delivery of high-value care across the communities we serve. 

Opportunities for you! 

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and Newsweek 2026 
• Eligible for annual incentive program, progressive sign-on incentive and comprehensive relocation package 
• Community University leadership training courses 
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships 
• Vacation time accrues from Day 1 at the maximum allowable accrual rate 
• 403(b)-retirement plan with leading matching contributions, as well as a 457(b) plan 
• Great on-demand dining options, plus free parking and EV charging ordering 

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. 

Providing strategic, clinical and operational leadership across the laboratory enterprise, you will establish and execute a systemwide vision that drives standardization, integration and performance across all care settings. In partnership with executive leadership, physicians, nursing, finance, supply chain and information technology teams, you will advance quality outcomes, strengthen regulatory readiness and support the adoption of evidence-based practices and emerging technologies. Through oversight of financial performance, capital planning, resource utilization and operational metrics, you will optimize service excellence, fiscal stewardship and sustainable growth. You will also develop and mentor laboratory leaders, foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement and position laboratory services to support evolving care models and organizational priorities. 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in the Sciences required 
• 8 years of progressive laboratory leadership experience required 
• Significant experience leading multi-site or system-level laboratory operations required 

Licenses and Certifications 

• Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) or its equivalent required 

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.