Medical Laboratory Manager

Overview

Ready to lead with purpose and spark in a breathtaking corner of the Pacific Northwest?

Step into the role of Medical Laboratory Manager at a respected Critical Access Hospital in northeastern Oregon and turn cutting‑edge diagnostics into real‑world impact.

The Clinical Laboratory Manager will join a healthcare organization known for clinical excellence, low infection rates, high patient experience scores, and a reputation for safety‑first, patient‑centered operations. Expect modern analyzers, strong middleware/LIS support, real‑time quality dashboards, a culture of continuous improvement, and a forward‑thinking mindset that explores value‑based care, telehealth, and streamlined workflows that reduce clicks and boost productivity. The Manager Laboratory Services will find a supportive environment with professional development opportunities, tuition assistance, paid continuing education, conference support, mentoring pathways, and a leadership team that listens through regular feedback loops and frontline‑driven process improvement.

Within the laboratory—the clinical lab and diagnostic laboratory—the Medical Laboratory Manager will guide a cohesive operation spanning core lab, microbiology, blood bank/transfusion services, specimen collection, and point‑of‑care testing, all anchored by a highly decorated, independent Critical Access Hospital. As manager, this multi‑award‑winning rural healthcare provider benefits from a major state‑of‑the‑art facilities expansion and a deep commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centered care. The manager will champion quality systems, strong turnaround times, stewardship programs, and collaboration with providers to ensure precise, timely results that clinicians trust.

• Staff planning, scheduling, competency, and training
• CLIA/CMS and state compliance
• Analytical validation and quality assurance
• Budget and supply chain oversight
• POCT governance and performance improvement
• Active participation in committees focused on safety, infection prevention, and data‑driven outcomes
• Visible leadership—coaching, rounding, celebrating wins to sustain high‑performance culture

Competitive compensation aligned to experience, differentials, and incentives for impact, and a full suite of health and retirement benefits that support long‑term wellbeing.