Clinical Laboratory Manager

Clinical Laboratory Manager

Temecula CA

$140000 to $170000 Bonus Paid Relocation Assistance

• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

• Excellent Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

• Career development opportunities within a major national healthcare system.

Job Summary

The Clinical Laboratory Manager is a critical leadership role responsible for the daily operational oversight of the Laboratory Department and the direct supervision of a team of Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLS) and Lab Assistants. This position ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality lab services across the system strict adherence to regulatory standards and efficient workload management. The Manager is instrumental in supervising administering and achieving the operational goals and objectives for the lab team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all day-to-day operations of the Laboratory ensuring smooth efficient and accurate testing processes.

• Directly manage mentor and lead a team of CLS staff and Lab Assistants ensuring appropriate workload distribution and team adherence to established protocols.

• Ensure full compliance with institutional policies industry standards and federal requirements including regulations from TJC DHS and CLIA 88.

• Apply a deep understanding of the underlying scientific principles technical and procedural aspects of laboratory testing.

• Maintain a general comprehension of the physiology biochemistry immunology microbiology and genetic factors affecting health and disease in relation to laboratory results.

• Oversee management financial human resource and regulatory functions as they pertain to the laboratory department.

Education & Experience (Required)

• Bachelors degree from an accredited College or University in a related field.

• Three (3) years of clinical experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).

• Minimum three (3) years of leadership experience in a Laboratory setting.

Education & Experience (Preferred)

• Masters degree in a related field.

• Leadership experience in an acute care setting.

• Mid-Senior seniority level.

Certifications/Licenses

• California Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) meeting all education requirements set by the State of California DHS Laboratory Field Services.

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of management finance human resources and regulatory standards (TJC DHS CLIA 88).

• Exceptional leadership team management and organizational skills.

• Willingness to travel (Often) between campuses as required.