Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

@ Adventist Health
Adventist Healthadventisthealth.com

Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Santa Rosa, CA
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Adventist Health is a faith-based organization providing comprehensive healthcare. The Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist manages lab operations, performs complex tests, ensures quality, mentors staff, and collaborates with medical teams to improve patient outcomes and safety.

Requirements

  • Perform and validate complex assays
  • Troubleshoot laboratory instruments
  • Monitor quality control procedures
  • Collaborate with medical staff

Qualifications

  • Experience in clinical laboratory science
  • Knowledge of CLIA, CAP, JC standards
  • Leadership or supervisory skills
  • Strong communication abilities

Full job description

Adventist Health seeks a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist to oversee day-shift lab operations, ensuring accurate, timely diagnostic testing that supports whole-person care. You will perform and validate complex assays, troubleshoot instruments, monitor quality control, and maintain regulatory compliance (CLIA, CAP, JC). The lead will coordinate workflow, mentor staff, assist with scheduling and training, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to interpret and communicate results. This role models our faith-based mission, promotes teamwork and inclusivity, and supports continuous improvement in patient safety, outcomes, and service excellence.

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