Medical Laboratory Manager

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; as Clinical Laboratory Manager, expect modern analyzers, strong middleware/LIS support, real-time quality dashboards, a culture of continuous improvement and Just Culture, and an innovation-forward mindset that explores value-based care, telehealth, and streamlined workflows that reduce clicks and boost productivity; in addition, the Manager Laboratory Services will find a supportive environment with professional development opportunities, tuition assistance, paid CE, conference support, mentoring pathways, and a leadership team that listens through regular feedback loops and frontline-driven process improvement. Within the Laboratory—also known as 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 Clinical Laboratory Manager, this multi-award-winning rural healthcare provider environment benefits from a major state-of-the-art facilities expansion and a deep commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care; in the lab setting, the Manager Laboratory Services will champion quality systems, strong turnaround times, stewardship programs, and collaboration with providers to ensure precise, timely results that clinicians trust. Reporting to the Laboratory Medical Director and the Administrative Director of Ancillary Services, the Medical Laboratory Manager will be supported by experienced lead technologists, a quality coordinator, and an LIS analyst while partnering closely with friendly nurses and a diverse healthcare professional team across pharmacy, respiratory therapy, imaging, and care management; as Clinical Laboratory Manager, responsibilities include staffing and scheduling, competency and training, CLIA/CMS and state compliance, validation and QA, budget and supply chain oversight, POCT governance, performance improvement, and active participation in committees focused on safety, infection prevention, and data-driven outcomes; the Manager Laboratory Services will also serve as a visible leader who coaches, rounds, and celebrates wins to sustain a high-performance culture. Nestled in northeastern Oregon's mountain-and-river country, the Medical Laboratory Manager will love an outdoors-forward lifestyle with four true seasons, alpine lakes, powder skiing and snow sports, blue-ribbon fishing, blazing fall colors, and world-class hiking and biking among rugged peaks and rolling ranchlands ; the Clinical Laboratory Manager can enjoy family-friendly neighborhoods, short commutes, a calmer pace of life, wide-open skies, and a cost of living that stretches pay further than big-city hubs while still offering vibrant arts, live music, local festivals, farm-to-table cuisine, craft roasters and breweries, and a supportive community; for the Manager Laboratory Services, regional attractions, ample parks and green space, clean air, strong healthcare access, good schools, reliable broadband, and convenient regional travel options create a balanced lifestyle with room to grow, build, and recharge. The Medical Laboratory Manager can expect competitive compensation aligned to experience, differentials and incentives for impact, and a full suite of health and retirement benefits that support long-term wellbeing; to explore this Clinical Laboratory Manager opportunity in confidence, connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today—spark a discovery call, map your next chapter, and step into a Manager Laboratory Services role that elevates your career and your quality of life in northeastern Oregon.