Clinical Laboratory Supervisor

Salem Health; Dallas (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor to lead the laboratory team at West Valley Hospital. This role involves overseeing operations, ensuring quality patient care, and developing staff through training and collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a science-based Bachelor's degree and significant lab experience, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills. Join a top workplace committed to your professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual

Onsite fitness center with 24/7 access

Education assistance program

Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's in a science field or related experience for CLIA requirements.
• AT least 4 years of relevant technical laboratory experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and supervise staff in the laboratory.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and training opportunities for staff.
• Participate in hiring and scheduling, fostering a culture of improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Performance Improvement

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science or Medical Technology

Medical Laboratory Scientist registration

Job description

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Department: WVH Laboratory

Position Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Non-Exempt

Your role with us

We are seeking an experienced laboratory supervisor to lead our West Valley Hospital laboratory team. As a key member of our laboratory leadership, you will oversee daily operations, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality patient care. You will provide guidance, training, and development opportunities to staff, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

What you'll do

• Performs responsibilities of a staff technologist, setting high standards of performance; Plans, directs and supervises the prioritization and performance of the daily workloads within the department.
• Interprets laboratory policies to department staff, analyzes and resolves employee problems and initiates plans to motivate staff and achieve goals; Participates in hiring decisions.
• Schedules employees, provides orientation and training programs and performs actions such as disciplinary actions and yearly performance evaluations; Assures that all staff on the shift are properly trained to perform the necessary duties.
• Acts as a liaison between the laboratory and other departments and their leadership as needed; Personnel complete tests within established turnaround times, audited regularly through the LIS or by other means. Obtain a minimum of 8 CEU’s annually.
• Responsible for all competency training, testing, and sign offs Supervisor expectations: Demonstrate and build commitment; Communicate the importance of the organization’s mission, vision and values.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, vision and values by showing their connection to hospital, department and individual activities; Ensure employees understand their role and responsibilities in achieving organizational success Expect and reward excellence.
• Establish and communicate clear expectations; Provide ongoing coaching and feedback; Confront behaviors that violate values or standards; Acknowledge and celebrate excellent performance; Encourage initiative.
• Understand, interpret and consistently apply the organization’s policies and procedures; Respect divergent viewpoints; Promotes positive communication in person and in writing; Communicate effectively.
• Model open, clear and consistent communication; Demonstrate effective listening – listen to understand; Ensure that employees are informed about department and hospital goals, strategies and action plans.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement; Demonstrate a personal commitment to performance improvement; Model performance improvement principles.
• Use performance improvement tools and processes to improve quality; Ensure that employees understand and meet or exceed customer expectations; Resolve customer complaints immediately.
• Work collaboratively across the organization, consider the impact of decisions and actions on other departments; Assist staff in defining and working toward career development goals; Create a learning environment.
• Create opportunities for employees to develop their skills and abilities; Continue own education to strengthen knowledge and meet current and future goals; Delegate responsibility according to the individual’s skill, knowledge and abilities.
• Plan strategically and manage resources to produce desired results; Develop and manage an effective plan for the future direction of areas of responsibility; Achieve results within budgetary parameters; Understand regulatory issues and ensure compliance.

Background/experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required; If Bachelor’s is not in a science field, sufficient course work in the sciences is required to meet CLIA requirements for highly complex testing. Have a bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution with six (6) months in high complexity testing within the subspecialty, four (4) years of laboratory training or experience or both.
• Medical Laboratory Scientist registration required (ASCP).
• Minimum four (4) years of relevant technical laboratory experience.

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.

• Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Live Well Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
• Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
• Education assistance program
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
• Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria
• Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Research, and Science

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices

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