Clinical Laboratory Supervisor

St. Charles Health System

. Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient test results .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeMadras • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,540 - $137,321 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory operations management, ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, TJC, and OSHA standards while leading process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Proficient in staff supervision, technical consultation, and maintaining quality documentation to enhance patient outcomes.

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Laboratory Operations ManagementCLIA ComplianceLean Six Sigma MethodologiesMedical Laboratory CertificationStaff Supervision and Training

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Hard Skills

Clinical Laboratory ExperienceQuality Documentation MaintenanceWorkflow OptimizationTesting and Method ValidationEquipment Calibration and Maintenance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Laboratory EquipmentProficiency Testing Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Laboratory Scientist CertificationASCP CertificationAMT CertificationAAB Certification

Industry Keywords

PPE ComplianceOperational ReadinessQuality Indicators MonitoringCost-Containment InitiativesPatient Outcomes Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient test results
Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and workload distribution
Maintain operational readiness across sites, including equipment, supplies, and workflow optimization
Troubleshoot technical, operational, and service issues as an on-site resource
Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, TJC, OSHA, and other applicable standards
Monitor quality indicators, turnaround times, proficiency testing, and error trends; implement corrective actions
Maintain policies, procedures, and quality documentation
Lead or support inspections, audits, and readiness activities
Supervise laboratory staff, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management
Conduct competency assessments, annual evaluations, and ongoing skills validation
Perform testing as needed and maintain competency across assigned disciplines
Provide technical consultation to staff, providers, and customers
Evaluate and validate new instruments, methodologies, and test implementations
Ensure maintenance, calibration, and performance verification of laboratory equipment
Assist with budgeting, expense monitoring, cost-containment initiatives, capital planning, supply chain management, and utilization review
Lead and support process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Analyze workflows and data to drive operational enhancements and patient outcomes
Support system-wide standardization and best practice adoption across sites
Promote customer service and collaborate with nursing, medical staff, and other departments
Serve as a liaison between laboratory staff and leadership
Provide and maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests
May perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field
Current national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist (e.g., ASCP, AMT, AAB or equivalent)
Minimum 3-5 years of clinical laboratory experience
Demonstrated experience in at least one core laboratory discipline
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely
Ability to travel between SCHS worksites as needed
May support multiple laboratory locations; travel between sites may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

In-state or out-of-state relocation assistance for candidates with one year of relevant experience who have not worked at St. Charles Health System in the last year