Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist
@ ConfidentialLead Clinical Laboratory Scientist
About the job
Adventist Health provides patient-centered care through quality diagnostics. The Lead CLS role manages lab operations, ensures compliance, mentors staff, and promotes teamwork and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Experience in clinical lab operations
- Knowledge of regulatory standards
- Ability to troubleshoot instruments
- Strong leadership skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science
- Certification as CLS or equivalent
- Leadership experience
- Excellent communication skills
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.