Clinical Laboratory Manager- Regional Programs

University of Arkansas; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Clinical Lab Manager to oversee operations in regional programs. This role involves ensuring smooth day-to-day lab functions, supporting senior management, and fostering teamwork within a collaborative healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record in clinical laboratory management. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and the lives of the community while enjoying a range of benefits and a supportive work culture. If you're passionate about improving healthcare, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 5 years clinical lab experience required.
• ASCP Certification or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical lab operations and ensure support to senior management.
• Maintain effective communication with clinic staff and manage regional programs.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Supervisory Experience

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Master's Degree (MBA, MSOM, MHA, MLS)

Tools

EPIC Computer Systems

Job description

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Closing Date: 05/09/2025
Type of Position: Management - Operations
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
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Department: ICE | LPSL CPATH Clinical Laboratory

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: The Lab and Pathology service line Clinical Lab Manager of Regional Programs is responsible for a broad range of activities that are critical to the functioning of the service line. The objective of the manager is to ensure oversight of the services and ensure there is support to the senior manager, division director, clinical lab director and laboratory directors within the regional programs laboratories.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, or closely related science and five (5) years clinical laboratory experience with a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience. ASCP Certification or equivalent.
• Must have AR driver's license and reliable transportation with ability to drive several hours a day for travel to regional clinics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree (MBA, MSOM, MHA, MLS or other applicable Master Degrees).
• 5 years supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge in laboratory testing, reference laboratory testing, DOT training and EPIC Computer Systems.

Additional Information:

• This oversight ensures that day-to-day operations go smoothly and information that enhances integration and communications is shared and exchanged.
• The manager position requires a wide degree of judgement to successfully enact his/her duties.
• The manager must be an analytical thinker while setting goals, prioritizing competing demands and tasks while communicating with all levels of leadership.
• Must demonstrate highly effective interpersonal skills by maintaining good working relationships with all programs and divisions within the department and service line.
• Additionally, the manager must make effective use of organizational resources.
• The manager is required to demonstrate complex problem-solving skills by anticipating, analyzing, interpreting and solving problems within accordance with the mission and goals of the lab and pathology service line and the broader institution.
• Must maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive strategic and personnel-related information.
• Must maintain frequent and timely communication with clinic staff regarding schedule changes and ensure flow of information to appropriate laboratory staff.
• The manager also oversees and ensures all approved policies and procedures are implemented and are followed as well as ensures proper documentation, investigation and quality assurance, corrective actions and timely implementation of policy/procedure modifications.
• This position is based in Little Rock with significant travel across the state of Arkansas to the various regional programs laboratory testing/collection sites periodically.
• The manager is responsible for ensuring all regional programs clinics have the support they need to maintain proper functionality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Occasionally

Walk: Frequently

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity

Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Special Instructions to Applicants: Proof of ASCP (or equivalent) certification is required.

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS.

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity: Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: Yes