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Labcorp

Lab Supervisor

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$120K/yr

Meet regularly with direct reports to provide coaching and feedback for their development * Perform ... Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations * Understanding of laboratory ...

Labcorp

Lab Supervisor

Vancouver, WA

$120K/yr

Meet regularly with direct reports to provide coaching and feedback for their development * Perform ... Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations * Understanding of laboratory ...

Labcorp

Lab Supervisor

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$120K/yr

Meet regularly with direct reports to provide coaching and feedback for their development * Perform ... Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations * Understanding of laboratory ...

RPMGlobal

Director of Ancillary Services

Portland, OR · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

... clinics Lab, Radiology and Rehabilitation departments within the scope of the policies and ... ACR, CLIA, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory agencies.* * 12.Maintain responsibility for ...

Kids First Pediatric Clinic

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Medical Assistants

West Linn, OR · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Adhere to OSHA and CLIA regulations. * Handle patient calls, schedule appointments, and document ... Direct inquiries to the Office Manager via email as needed. Benefits (Full-Time Employees) Vacation:

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for clia lab director in Portland, OR is $133,715.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,400.00 and $146,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CLIA Lab Director?

A CLIA Lab Director is responsible for overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations. They manage lab personnel, establish quality control procedures, and ensure accurate and reliable test results. The director must meet CLIA qualifications, which vary based on the lab’s complexity. Their role is critical in maintaining lab accreditation and patient safety.

What are the main responsibilities of a CLIA Lab Director on a day-to-day basis?

A CLIA Lab Director oversees all aspects of laboratory operations, including ensuring compliance with Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) standards, reviewing and validating test results, and managing quality assurance processes. They supervise laboratory staff, develop and implement policies and procedures, and collaborate with healthcare providers to support diagnostic needs. Directors are also responsible for staff training, equipment maintenance oversight, and responding to regulatory audits. This dynamic role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on involvement to maintain high standards in laboratory practice.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CLIA Lab Director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CLIA Lab Director, you need a strong background in laboratory science, leadership experience, and qualifications such as a doctoral degree (MD, DO, or PhD) with appropriate board certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), regulatory compliance tools, and proficiency in CLIA regulations are crucial. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team management skills set top candidates apart. These abilities are essential for ensuring accurate testing, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a collaborative and efficient laboratory environment.

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US - Clinical Lab Manager

Shriners Children's

Portland, OR • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Shriners Children's rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

137th of 1,065 rated hospitals

Job description

Company Overview
Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family's ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Manager to lead the establishment and ongoing operation of a nascent high complexity CLIA laboratory specializing in ELISA-based measurement of a skeletal growth biomarker in infants and children. This individual will serve concurrently as both Technical Supervisor and General Supervisor, reporting directly to the CLIA Laboratory Director and Research Administrator. The role carries responsibility from pre-operational build-out through active licensure, with main responsibilities being daily laboratory operations, quality management, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
  • Implement end-to-end CLIA-compliant testing workflows, from specimen receipt and accessioning through result reporting.
  • Establish and maintain all required CLIA standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies
  • Conduct analytical validation studies for quantitative ELISA based testing
  • Coordinate submission and maintenance of the CLIA certificate
  • Establish and maintain a robust laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with CLIA requirements.
  • Perform and/or supervise processing of patient specimens, including ELISA assay execution, and instrument operation.
  • Prepare and present monthly quality monitoring reports to the Laboratory Director summarizing KPI performance, trends, and corrective/preventive actions

Minimum Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree (MD, DO, PhD, or equivalent) in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution, with at least one (1) year of training or experience performing high-complexity testing in biochemistry;

OR
  • Master's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution, with at least two (2) years of laboratory training and/or experience, including a minimum of six (6) months performing high-complexity biochemistry testing.

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

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