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Aspen Valley Hospital seeks a Laboratory Section Head to lead daily operations for a clinical lab section. This role oversees testing workflows, quality control, staffing, and regulatory compliance while ensuring accurate, timely results that support exceptional patient care. The Section Head mentors technologists, optimizes lab processes, manages instrumentation and supplies, and collaborates closely with physicians and nursing teams. Ideal candidates bring strong leadership in clinical laboratory science, experience with accreditation standards, and a commitment to patient-centered, community-based healthcare in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities Lead daily operations of assigned clinical laboratory section Supervise, schedule, and mentor laboratory technologists and staff Oversee quality control, proficiency testing, and regulatory compliance Ensure accurate, timely processing and reporting of lab tests Manage instruments, analyzers, maintenance, and troubleshooting Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and policies Monitor workflow, productivity, and performance metrics Coordinate with physicians and nurses to support patient care needs Manage inventory, supplies, and section budget input Support staff training, competency assessments, and professional development Required Skills Clinical laboratory testing and analysis Quality control and quality assurance in labs Regulatory compliance (CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission) Laboratory information systems (LIS) Instrument calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting Supervisory and team leadership skills Workflow optimization and process improvement Data analysis and reporting of lab metrics Specimen handling and safety protocols Communication and collaboration with clinicians