Director, Laboratory Services - Retama Hospital
Company: University Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Director, Laboratory Services - University Health Retama
Hospital Come grow with us! At University Health, we are building a
healthier future with our community hospitals. We welcome driven
healthcare leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are
ready to make a lasting impact. University Health Retama Campus
University Health Retama Hospital will be located next to the
Retama Park Horse Track in Selma off of Loop 1604 and Retama
Parkway. This community hospital also includes a 24/7 emergency
department, labor and delivery unit, radiology, laboratory,
pharmacy, neonatal intensive care unit/nursery, and inpatient units
for both adults and children. The hospital will open in 2026-27
with 166 beds and is designed to expand to 286 beds as this area
continues to grow. To make it even more convenient for patients, a
connected 100,000-square-foot medical office building will offer
appointments for a wide range of medical and surgical specialists.
University Health is Leading the Way For more than 100 years,
University Health has been here to heal, to improve health, to
lead, innovate and advance the practice of medicine. Above all, the
people of University Health are here to serve all who entrust us
with their health and lives with the highest quality care, respect
and compassion. At the University Health main campus, University
Hospital proudly serves as the primary teaching facility for UT
Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center for
South Texas . Position Summary Under the direction of the Vice
President of Pathology Services, is responsible for general
administration and oversight of the Retama Hospital pathology
services. Informs the Medical Directors, Managers and Supervisors
of developing trends within pathology and proposes approaches to
dealing with needed changes. Monitors the activities of the
Pathology Information System, as well as Quality/Compliance
management staff assuring effective communication with Information
Systems department and nursing or clinic staff that performs
Point-of-Care testing. Collaborates with Donor Services management
staff and Corporate Communications in development and monitoring of
the donor program. Participates in regional and national management
organizations, keeping well informed on issues affecting the
laboratory industry and giving visibility to University Health.
Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in medical
technology or an appropriate biological/chemical/medical science
from an accredited college or university is required. Five years of
related, progressively responsible health care experience is
required. Successful completion of a structured clinical program
(CAHEA approved) and certification in clinical laboratory sciences
by a recognized certifying agency or completion of accredited
structured clinical program and certification by a recognized
certifying agency prior to 1963 or bachelor’s degree in an
appropriate biological/chemical/medical science from an accredited
college or university and a clinical laboratory specialist
certification is required. Master’s degree in business or health
care administration is preferred. Licensure/Certification
Requirements Certification by the American Society of Clinical
Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or American Medical
Technologist (AMT) or United States Department of Health, Education
and Welfare (HEW) is required. Total Rewards: Medical, dental, and
vision insurance Extensive ancillary benefits Paid Time Off
Excellent Retirement Plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible
Spending Account Pet Insurance Apply now and be a part of shaping
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