Clinical Assistant Laboratory Manager

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is looking for a Clinical Assistant Laboratory Manager to oversee laboratory operations and provide staff training. This full-time position is critical in ensuring compliance with quality control and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree and significant supervisory experience in a clinical lab setting. The role involves handling diagnostic testing equipment and enforcing safety protocols across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Preferred: ASCP certification (MT or MLT).
• Experience in a clinical laboratory with supervisory duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise bench work and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Train laboratory staff on equipment safety.
• Maintain policy and procedure manuals.

Skills

Supervisory oversight

Technical expertise in diagnostic equipment

Training laboratory staff

Bench work proficiency

Quality assurance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Clinical Sciences

Tools

Diagnostic testing equipment

Job description

Position Overview

Title: Clinical Assistant Laboratory Manager
Posting Number: UTHRGV13
Location: School of Medicine / Clinical Support Services ISU, UTRGV

Scope of Job

To assist with the management of the inter‑lab operations, as they pertain to test execution, proficiency testing, resulting, and bench‑side staff oversight for the UTHealth RGV Clinical Laboratory. Oversee quality assurance and maintenance parameters for all equipment within the clinical laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervisory oversight of all bench work in real‑time and troubleshooting and resolution of equipment issues on‑site.
• Trains assigned laboratory staff the safe operation of all equipment and oversees the proper distribution and maintenance of supplies and equipment in departmental laboratories or related areas and techniques of normally used equipment and materials.
• Supports the Clinical Laboratory Manager and UTHealth RGV leadership in developing streamline processes, maintaining regulatory compliance, and assisting with staff education.
• Maintains and proposes Policy and Procedure Manuals, Standard Operating Manuals and Quality Control Manuals in compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Responsible for the oversight of the daily testing efforts performed in‑house.
• Oversees and ensures that quality assurance parameters are met for all diagnostic testing equipment.
• Responsible for the execution of proficiency testing and presentation of these results to the lab administrators prior to final upload for evaluation.
• Oversees SOP trainings when appropriate, as well as supervision of SOP generation as needed.
• Provides general training to laboratory staff in workflows (with documentation) and reporting of client issues to the manager and director.
• Performs regular validations and correlations for diagnostic assays.
• Oversees and ensures proper documentation of preventative‑maintenance parameters for all equipment.
• Ensures that staff documentation for CLIA and CAP inspections are in compliance.
• Executes and documents competency checks on all testing staff annually, or when new equipment is added. Resolves deficiencies with staff when needed as indicated by annual competency checks.
• Provides technical and logistical support for staff.
• Adheres to internal controls, safety protocols established for the area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Clinical Sciences or closely related field from an accredited university.
• Preferred Education: None.
• Licenses/Certifications: Preferred: American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) certification (MT or MLT).
• Experience:
  • two (2) years of experience performing closely related duties in a clinical laboratory or laboratory to include supervisory experience in a diagnostic lab setting, or four (4) years of the required experience in a supervisory role with an Associate Degree in a field related to the work performed, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
  • Highly proficient in all aspects of bench work in a high‑complexity diagnostic lab (hematology, chemistry, coagulation, microbiology, molecular, pathology, and sendouts), and able to provide supervisory oversight of all bench work in real‑time.
• Preferred Experience: None.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office/Clinical Laboratory Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Strong command of the technical aspects of diagnostic testing equipment and troubleshooting. Tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality of medical information required in all matters. Possible exposure to combustible materials. Possible exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. Knowledge of applicable health care laws and regulations. Ability to provide patient care, to prepare and maintain records. Extreme accuracy in following written and verbal directives and in the dissemination and application of technical information. Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA and IRB policies and procedures.

Employment Category

Full‑Time

Salary

Minimum Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary: Commensurate with Experience

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Regulatory Affairs.