Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

HiredFirst; Ukiah (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing firm in Oregon is seeking a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist for a contract role. The successful candidate will supervise lab staff, oversee testing operations, and ensure the accuracy and regulatory compliance of results. Requirements include a Bachelor's in CLS/Medical Technology and 5+ years of clinical lab experience, along with leadership skills. This position operates on a day shift schedule, with some weekend coverage required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years clinical lab experience preferred.
• 2+ years leadership experience preferred.
• ASCP or NCA Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lab staff and oversee testing operations.
• Ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Lead quality control and lab safety programs.
• Train staff and support competency development.

Skills

Clinical laboratory testing

Quality control

Leadership

Instrumentation validation

Education

Bachelor’s in CLS/Medical Technology or related field

Job description

Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Contract)

Schedule

Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

40 hours/week (5x8s), mostly Monday–Friday

Every other weekend coverage

No call

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Supervise lab staff and oversee all testing/POCT operations

Ensure accuracy/validity of results and regulatory compliance

Lead quality control, QA, and lab safety programs

Train staff and support competency development

Requirements

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s in CLS/Medical Technology or related field – Required

5+ years clinical lab experience – Preferred

2+ years leadership experience – Preferred

Experience with instrumentation installation/validation – Required

Licensure/Certifications:

ASCP or NCA Certification – Preferred

Additional Information

No call required

Vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions may apply)