Director of Laboratory - Full Time

Inlandvalleymedcenter; Wildomar (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Inlandvalleymedcenter is seeking a Director of Laboratory to lead our laboratory department efficiently. The role requires managing staff, ensuring compliance with health standards, and maintaining high-quality lab services.

Applicants should have five to seven years of clinical experience as a CLS, strong leadership skills, and a current CLS license in California. The position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of clinical experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) required.
• Minimum three years leadership experience in a related field required.
• Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license in California.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operation of the laboratory department efficiently.
• Supervise staff performing diagnostic tests on body fluids.
• Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission and hospital standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of lab tests

Education

Bachelor's degree in life science or related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Responsibilities

Join our Leadership Team at Southwest Healthcare System as a Director of Laboratory!

SWHS consists of two acute‑care hospitals: Inland Valley Medical Center in Wildomar, CA and Rancho Springs Medical Center in Murrieta, CA.

Employee may be required to float to the other facility within Southwest Health based on operational needs, with appropriate orientation and competency validation provided.

Essential Job Duties

• The Director of Laboratory is responsible for the overall management of the assigned laboratory department in an efficient, economic, and quality manner.
• Supervises, coordinates, and participates in activities of staff performing chemical, hematological, microscopic and bacteriological tests of body fluids, exudates, and skin scrapings to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of disease and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ensures compliance with The Joint Commission and Title 22 standards and guidelines.
• Demonstrates compliance with hospital policies and procedures at all times.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, organization, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates ability to relate to clinical personnel and medical staff, and to interact well with the public.
• Has knowledge of PC and applications.
• Maintains a high level of technical knowledge demonstrating expert knowledge of lab tests and their clinical significance.
• Manages time effectively to complete projects.

Qualifications

Five (5) to Seven (7) years of clinical experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) required.

Minimum three (3) years leadership experience as a CLS or in a related field required; acute‑care experience preferred.

Minimum essential education: Bachelor's degree in a life science or related field from an accredited college or university required.

Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university preferred.

Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license in the State of California required.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment.

Competitive compensation.

Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans.

401(k) plan with company match and discounted stock plan.

SoFi student loan refinancing program.

Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.

More information available on our benefits guest website.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.