Laboratory Operations Lead - Clinical Scientist

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health seeks an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist to oversee daily operations within a designated section. You will manage staffing, procedures, policies, and quality improvement initiatives to meet department goals.

You will collaborate with hospital administration to ensure standards of care and regulatory compliance, while leading process improvements for quality, cost efficiency, and patient satisfaction. Multiple shifts, full-time role in Texarkana, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in laboratory science or medical technology.
• ASCP/AMT/AB… licensure per requirements.
• Louisiana licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lab operations and testing in designated section.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA and regulatory standards.
• Lead staffing, training, and process improvements.
• Coordinate with hospital leadership to meet departmental goals.
• Maintain quality, safety, and cost-effective services.

Skills

Leadership

Laboratory supervision

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in lab science

MLS/CLS certification

Equivalent training or MLT-II pathway

Job description

CHRISTUS Health seeks an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist to oversee daily operations within a designated section. You will manage staffing, procedures, policies, and quality improvement initiatives to meet department goals.

You will collaborate with hospital administration to ensure standards of care and regulatory compliance, while leading process improvements for quality, cost efficiency, and patient satisfaction. Multiple shifts, full-time role in Texarkana, TX.