Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Adventist Health; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, OR is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor to lead laboratory testing, develop policies, and ensure accreditation and safety standards are met.

The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, leadership experience, and certification; you will oversee QA, train staff, coordinate POCT, and work with regulatory bodies to maintain quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, biological sciences, chemical sciences or allied health technologies or equivalent: Required
• Five years' clinical laboratory experience: Preferred
• Two years' leadership experience: Preferred
• ASCP or NCA certification: Preferred
• ASCP or MT-AMT certification: Required

Responsibilities

• Oversees all laboratory testing and coordinates all point of care testing (POCT). Reviews and evaluates the validity and accuracy of test results. Functions as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist when needed. Conducts training programs on instrumentation, technology and procedure as needed.
• Establishes the laboratory’s test performance characteristics, including precision, accuracy, reference ranges and reportable ranges.
• Evaluates new developments in laboratory instrumentation, procedures, reagents and automation for possible implementation. Acts as a liaison to other departments to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinates equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration to ensure proper operation. Oversees quality control and compliance with CLIA, FDA, CAP, JC, AABB, and OSHA requirements.
• Manages staffing, promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and training programs for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Training

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology or allied fields

Job description

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.

Job Summary

Serves as technical consultant and direct supervisor of laboratory personnel and manages the performance of all laboratory testing. Develops and maintains policies, standards and quality control practices and oversees lab safety and maintenance. Serves as a resource medical technologist in assigned section and has the responsibility/authority to assure that the laboratory meets all accreditation requirements and applicable OSHA standards.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, biological sciences, chemical sciences or allied health technologies or equivalent: Required
• Five years' clinical laboratory experience: Preferred
• Two years' leadership experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency for Labs (NCA): Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• American Society for Clinical Pathology Certification (ASCP) or American Medical Tech Board MT (MT-AMT): Required

Essential Functions

• Oversees all laboratory testing and coordinates all point of care testing (POCT). Reviews and evaluates the validity and accuracy of test results. Functions as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist when needed. Identifies education and competency needs and conducts laboratory personnel training programs on instrumentation, technology and procedure as needed. Conducts training programs on instrumentation, technology and procedure as needed.
• Establishes the laboratory’s test performance characteristics, including precision, accuracy, reference ranges and reportable ranges. Evaluates new and evolving developments in laboratory instrumentation, procedures, reagents and automation for possible implementation. Acts as a liaison to other departments of the medical center for the appropriate laboratory specialty. Is responsible for the department meeting all regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates equipment and instrumentation maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration program to ensure proper working order. Oversees quality control and ensures compliance with rules, regulations and accreditation requirements of regulatory agencies, including Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), Joint Commission (JC), AABB, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
• Manages staffing to ensure coverage. Recommends promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and personnel needs. Resolve simple, informal complaints of employee and referring other to supervisor. Recommend to supervisor promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and personnel needs of team members. Plans and conducts training programs for medical technicians and medical technologist students and new employees.
• Oversees quality control, quality assurance and preventive maintenance activities for the assigned section. Manages and maintains all sectional quality control records. Previews and ensures technological and scientific accuracy of QA tests and procedures. Recognizes and addresses Quality Assurance (QA) concerns by initiating QA reports and conferring with Medical Staff on Laboratory findings, value of certain clinical tests, test availability and turnaround.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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JOB INFO

Job Identification : 71562

Job Category : Practitioner

Posting Date : 2026-08-27T21:20:50+00:00

Job Shift : Day Shift

Locations : The Dalles, OR, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $46.67 to $69.94. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Clinical Laboratory 1

Shift Length : 10 Hours