Kanthoruwa
Healthcare & MedicineFull-timeOn-siteExecutive

Director of Clinical Laboratories

Medical Laboratory·Talawatugoda·Posted Jul 14, 2026

Head Of Clinical - Laboratories

Role Summary

Provide strategic and clinical leadership across the Hemas laboratory network, ensuring high-quality, accurate, and timely diagnostic services. Lead clinical governance, quality assurance, and accreditation initiatives while driving laboratory growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead clinical governance, quality assurance, and accreditation initiatives ensuring compliance with regulatory and patient safety standards.
  • Drive laboratory growth through service expansion, advanced diagnostics, automation, and continuous process improvement.
  • Oversee laboratory operations, financial performance, and quality indicators to ensure operational excellence and sustainable growth.
  • Lead and develop multidisciplinary laboratory teams while fostering strong collaboration with clinicians, hospital management, and external stakeholders.

Requirements/Qualifications

  • MBBS with MD/ D.Path/ MD (Clinical Pathology) or an equivalent postgraduate qualification with full SLMC registration and Board Certification as a Clinical Pathologist.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in laboratory medicine including at least 3 years in a senior leadership or supervisory role.
  • Experience in managing multi-site or laboratory chain management, with exposure to ISO 15189/CAP accreditation, laboratory automation, digital pathology, or Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) is an added advantage.
  • Strong leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and change management skills.
  • Willingness and flexibility to travel across laboratory locations as required.

Contact Information

Send your application to: careers@hemashospitals.com

For more information: 011 7 888 888