Clinical Lab Operations Coordinator

Hudec Dental; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudec Dental in Cleveland, OH, is seeking a Lab Coordinator to oversee daily laboratory operations, coordinate between clinicians, lab technicians, and administrative staff, and ensure compliance with CLIA and OSHA standards to support accurate, timely diagnostic testing.

You will manage inventory and equipment maintenance, schedule staff shifts, maintain records, and work with external vendors to resolve issues, while mentoring new staff and implementing process improvements to raise quality

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Medical Laboratory Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working in a clinical laboratory environment.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety standards and regulatory requirements such as CLIA and OSHA.
• Proficiency in laboratory information systems (LIS) and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily laboratory operations, including workflow management and staff scheduling to optimize productivity.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, laboratory standards, and quality control protocols.
• Manage inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents, placing orders and tracking usage to prevent shortages.
• Serve as a liaison between laboratory personnel, healthcare providers, and external vendors to facilitate communication and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records of laboratory activities, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance documentation.
• Assist in training and onboarding new laboratory staff to ensure adherence to protocols and best practices.
• Support the implementation of new laboratory procedures and technologies to improve service delivery.

Skills

Laboratory safety

LIS proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

Hudec Dental in Cleveland, OH, is seeking a Lab Coordinator to oversee daily laboratory operations, coordinate between clinicians, lab technicians, and administrative staff, and ensure compliance with CLIA and OSHA standards to support accurate, timely diagnostic testing.

You will manage inventory and equipment maintenance, schedule staff shifts, maintain records, and work with external vendors to resolve issues, while mentoring new staff and implementing process improvements to raise quality