Medical Director

Medical Director Pittsburgh PA

Recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of the Worlds Most Admired Companies Quest Diagnostics () is the worlds leading provider of diagnostic testing information and services that doctors and patients need to make better healthcare decisions. We are pioneers in developing innovative diagnostic tests and advanced healthcare information technology solutions that help improve patient care.

With corporate headquarters in Secaucus NJ Quest Diagnostics is a Fortune 500 company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DGX) and included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. With 2025 revenues of over $11 billion and 2250 patient locations across the United States Quest Diagnostics serves half of the physicians and hospitals in the U.S. with their large variety of products and services.

The Role

We are seeking a Medical Directorreporting to the Regional Medical Director North to provide professional scientific and administrative leadership for our premier medical laboratory in Pittsburgh this pivotal role you will direct pathology operations champion clinical quality and serve as a vital medical consultant for internal teams and external healthcare providers. You will drive innovation ensure stringent regulatory compliance across multi-state jurisdictions (PA NY OH) and lead a dedicated team committed to clinical excellence and patient-first care.

• Expert Consultation: Provide medical expertise on data interpretation clinical significance and correlation to optimize patient management and diagnosis.

• Medical Resource: Act as the primary clinical touchpoint for internal teams external clients and the broader medical community.

• Staff Development: Educate and train technical personnel to confidently discuss complex testing parameters with clients and patients.

• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• CLIA/CAP Leadership: Fulfill all federal CLIA responsibilities for Laboratory Director Clinical Consultant and Testing Personnel.

• Multi-State Compliance: Implement and uphold rigorous federal state and local regulatory standards for Pennsylvania New York and Ohio.

• Quality Improvement: Design execute and monitor comprehensive Quality Assurance and Proficiency Testing (PT) programs using advanced data analytics and internal auditing tools.

• Safety & Environment: Partner with HR to oversee laboratory safety metrics lead OSHA compliance initiatives and maintain a secure working environment.

• Strategic Leadership & Operations

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build powerful strategic relationships across Operations Sales Legal Compliance Client Services and Specimen Processing.

• Team Leadership: Supervise coach and mentor staff physicians pathologists and laboratory personnel to foster a high-performance culture.

• R&D Innovation: Plan and direct laboratory research and development experimental designs and national Best Practice Teams (BPT) for new assay validations.

• Network Management: Select vet and monitor external reference laboratories for exceptional analytic quality and proper licensure.

• Degree: Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.

• Licensure: Active unrestricted medical licensure minimally in Pennsylvania (PA) and New York (NY).

• Board Certification: Board Certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.

• Cytopathology Board Certification or sign-out ability is a plus

• New York COQ: Must hold/be eligible to attain a valid New York Certificate of Qualification (NY COQ) in the following categories:

• Bacteriology

• Blood Lead

• Clinical Chemistry

• Clinical Toxicology

• Diagnostic Immunology

• Cytopathology

• Endocrinology

• Fetal Defect Markers

• Hematology

• Histopathology

• General and Immunohematology

• Mycology (limited to classical methods)

• Parasitology

• Virology

• Toxicology

Experience and Competencies

• Minimum of 5 years of experience preferably within a Commercial Laboratory setting (clinical inpatient or outpatient hospital leadership environments will be considered).

• Proven excellence in Strategic Agility Decision Quality Presentation Skills Peer Relationships Technical Learning and Executive Professionalism.

This position is based out of our state-of-the-art laboratory facility in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Known affectionately as the City of Bridges Pittsburgh has transformed into a world-class hub for healthcare technology and life sciences innovation. The region offers a unique blend of vibrant cultural districts highly-rated neighborhood school systems professional sports teams and an incredibly affordable cost of living compared to other major Northeast metros. Whether you enjoy exploring the lush trails of Schenley Park dining in the historic Strip District or collaborating within a renowned medical community Pittsburgh provides an exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike.