Details
Posted: 27-Nov-25
Location: Morristown, New Jersey
The Technical Director supports the Clinical disciplines of the laboratory such as Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Specialty Testing, and Blood Bank to produce high-quality consistent and timely products and services. The technical Director develops and applies technology, methods and training across a wide array of disciplines and processes, with the goal of improving quality and efficiency.
This position is a critical interface with a variety of disciplines with a regard to complex technical matters. These areas include Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology, Research/Clinical trials, Operations, Information Services, Biomed, Safety and numerous testing equipment vendors.
The scope of responsibility for the Technical Director spans the entire clinical laboratory value stream, including Test menu /dictionary, equipment implementation, results reporting, technical consultation.
The Technical Director partners with the Director of Operation, ensure technical method/procedures are consistent with CAP and industry best practice system-wide Director of Quality, and the Medical Director under the supervision of the VP, Laboratory Services. All activities should be aligned with and in support of the long- range and annual operating plans for the clinical laboratory areas.
Job Duties:
- Ensure technical methods and procedures meet CAP standards and industry best practices across all facilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and standardization of laboratory testing technologies and protocols
- Collaborate with others PhD/Medical Directors to select optimal testing methods and troubleshoot complex assays
- Evaluate resource needs and recommend equipment and design specifications to optimize lab performance
- Integrate equipment, technology, and information systems to support operational efficiency and clinical outcomes
- Apply expertise in specimen processing and clinical interpretation to develop new tests and support specialty disciplines (e.g., oncology, cardiology, neurology)
- Educate and train employees and colleagues across the health system in technical methods and clinical applications within their areas of expertise
- Benchmark national leaders and engage vendors to identify emerging trends and innovative technologies
- Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, and system-wide medical committees to align lab services with patient care goals
- Recruit, evaluate, and mentor laboratory leaders and staff to ensure high performance and policy compliance
Characteristics:
- Progressive and strategic with lab technology and best practice
- Collaborative with all colleagues and teammates
- Humble, approachable, pleasant, coachable
- Ability and desire to embrace LEAN methodology and model it personally
- Current on the latest laboratory technology and best practice
- Proactive with new test development
- Customer focused for both inpatient and outpatient
- Patient care focused
- Fiscally responsible/focused understanding the financial climate in healthcare
- High attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to teach as well as learn continuously
- A desire to interact not only with internal customers but external customers such as outreach/AMG physicians
Salary Range: $139,308-$245,193 base salary only; excludes any quality and/or productivity incentives
Position Requirements and Experience
- PhD in Life Sciences, Clinical Pathology, or equivalent
- Fellowship in a Clinical area of expertise Microbiology, Chemistry, Clinical Pathology program is desired
- Certification within the area of specialty (ex: DABCC, DABMM, etc.) or eligible to sit for certification preferred
- 3-5 years of leadership experience in a clinical laboratory
- Depth and breadth of clinical experience understanding validation, quality management, proficiency testing, CLIA standards, and operational efficiency and effectiveness
- Interpersonal and technical skills to achieve resolution to customer inquiries and laboratory issues
- Influence/leadership skills to work with laboratory staff, developing capabilities and engagement in problem-solving
At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
- Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
- Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
- Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
- Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
- Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
- Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
- CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
- Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
- Atlantic Mobile Health
- Atlantic Rehabilitation
We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
- 100 Best Companies to Work For (r) and FORTUNE(r) magazine for 15 years
- Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
- 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
- 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
- Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
- Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
- One of the 100 Best Workplaces for "Millennials" Great Place to Work(r) and FORTUNE(r) magazine
- One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work(r) and FORTUNE(r) magazine
- Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
- NJ Sustainable Business
Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
- PTO & Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
- Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
- Backup and On-Site Childcare
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
____________________________________________
Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
At Atlantic Health System, we have skilled medical technicians who can collect blood for diagnostic and screening purposes in a family-friendly environment. Laboratories are open any time during regular business hours. COVID-19 testing is available at some Atlantic Health System outpatient laboratories and centers, as well as a sensory room in the Atlantic Health Children's Specialty Center at Morristown offers a calming space to help make your family's lab visit a caring and compassionate experience. 
