Clinical Laboratory Manager

Temecula, CA 

$140,000 to $170,000 +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)

• Bachelor's 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)

• Master's 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.