Manager of Clinical Laboratory CLS

Lead the Lab. Elevate Care. The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will step into a high-visibility leadership role at a thriving Northern California hospital, driving innovation, quality, and performance in laboratory medicine 🔬.

Why this organization The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will join an organization widely recognized for quality, patient safety, and community trust, with recent accolades reflecting sustained excellence in outcomes and service. The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will benefit from cutting-edge technology such as total lab automation, advanced immunoassay and chemistry platforms, MALDI-TOF microbiology, digital workflows, robust POCT connectivity, and a fully integrated LIS (e.g., Epic Beaker or Sunquest), all supported by a culture of continuous improvement, research collaboration, and philanthropic community partnerships.

Leadership & collaboration The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will report to an experienced Laboratory Director while working closely with the Medical Director of Pathology, supported by skilled section supervisors and senior CLS leads for Chemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology/Molecular, and Transfusion Services. The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will oversee daily operations, staffing, budgeting, quality assurance, and regulatory readiness (CAP, CLIA, and The Joint Commission), while partnering with friendly nurses and a diverse healthcare professional team to optimize turnaround times, enhance stewardship of blood products, drive Lean initiatives, expand outreach services, and elevate patient-centered laboratory service across the continuum of care.

Life in Northern California The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will enjoy Northern California’s extraordinary lifestyle, with access to dramatic redwood forests, rugged Pacific beaches, serene mountain lakes, and sun-kissed valleys perfect for hiking, kayaking, cycling, surfing, fishing, and weekend road trips 🌲. The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will discover vibrant arts and concert scenes, farmers markets, wine country excursions, acclaimed restaurants and coastal seafood, craft breweries, and a temperate, four-season climate—plus easy getaways to tech-forward cities, charming small towns, and national parks that define the region’s outdoor and cultural appeal.

Compensation & next steps The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory will be offered competitive compensation up to $200,000, along with a full suite of health, dental, and vision benefits, retirement plans with employer contributions, paid time off, professional development support, and potential relocation assistance. The Manager of Clinical Laboratory Department – Clinical Laboratory is invited to connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter to learn more about this career-defining opportunity and confidentially explore fit.