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Clinical Lab Director

Poughkeepsie, NY ยท On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Clinical Lab Director Apply now Posting Number: 494054 Type of Position: Full-time Location ... Supervise laboratory staff, student employees, and assistants; provide training, consultation, and ...

Clinical Lab Director

Poughkeepsie, NY ยท On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Clinical Lab Director Apply now Posting Number: 494054 Type of Position: Full-time Location ... Supervise laboratory staff, student employees, and assistants; provide training, consultation, and ...

Clinical Lab Assistant III Job Code: LA3454 Monday - Friday | 8:00am-4:30pm No Holidays Potential ... Provides information and consultation to requestors. * Recognizes interdependencies with other ...

Clinical Lab Director

Poughkeepsie, NY ยท On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Clinical Lab Director Posting Number: 494054 Type of Position: Full-time Location: Poughkeepsie, NY ... Supervise laboratory staff, student employees, and assistants; provide training, consultation, and ...

Clinical Lab Director

Poughkeepsie, NY ยท On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Clinical Lab Director Posting Number: 494054 Type of Position: Full-time Location: Poughkeepsie, NY ... Supervise laboratory staff, student employees, and assistants; provide training, consultation, and ...

Clinical Lab Assistant III Job Code: LA3454 ABOUT US We are ushering in a new era of healthcare ... Provides information and consultation to requestors. * Recognizes interdependencies with other ...

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Clinical Lab Analyst

Ankeny, IA ยท On-site

$20/hr

Clinical Lab Analyst (Overnight Shift) This is a great opportunity to join a high-complexity ... With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and ...

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How much do clinical lab consultant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical lab consultant in the United States is $96,206.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical lab consultant?

Clinical Lab Consultants are professionals who provide expert advice and guidance to clinical laboratories to ensure they meet regulatory standards, improve operations, and maintain quality control. They often help labs with accreditation processes, staff training, compliance with health regulations, and optimizing laboratory workflows. Their work is essential for ensuring accurate and reliable lab results, patient safety, and overall laboratory efficiency. Clinical Lab Consultants may work independently or for consulting firms, and they often possess a background in laboratory science or healthcare administration.

How does a clinical lab consultant typically interact with laboratory staff and healthcare providers to improve lab operations?

A Clinical Lab Consultant often serves as a bridge between laboratory teams and healthcare providers, working closely with both to assess current practices and recommend improvements. Their day-to-day responsibilities include evaluating lab protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing staff training on best practices. Consultants frequently conduct on-site assessments, facilitate communication among stakeholders, and help implement new technologies or procedures. This collaborative approach is crucial for optimizing lab efficiency, ensuring quality patient care, and staying up-to-date with industry advancements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical lab consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinical Lab Consultant, you need an in-depth knowledge of laboratory operations, clinical testing procedures, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a degree in medical laboratory science or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), quality assurance tools, and certifications such as MLS(ASCP) or MT(ASCP) are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and training skills help consultants effectively guide laboratory teams and address client needs. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate diagnostics, regulatory adherence, and the ongoing improvement of laboratory practices.

What is the difference between Clinical Lab Consultant vs Medical Laboratory Scientist?

AspectClinical Lab ConsultantMedical Laboratory Scientist
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant degree (e.g., Bachelor's or Master's in Medical Laboratory Science) and certification (e.g., ASCP)Requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field, with certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentConsults with labs, healthcare providers, and organizations; may work in offices or labsWorks directly in clinical laboratories performing tests and analyzing samples
Employer & IndustryHospitals, diagnostic labs, healthcare consulting firmsHospitals, clinics, diagnostic laboratories

The main difference is that Clinical Lab Consultants focus on advising and improving laboratory operations, while Medical Laboratory Scientists perform the actual testing and analysis in labs. Both roles require relevant certifications and work within healthcare and diagnostic settings, but their responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Lab Consultant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $96,206 per year, or $46.3 per hour.

Clinical Lab Scientist

Los Angeles, CA โ€ข On-site

California Hospital Medical Center
Health Care and Social Assistanceย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$58.75 - $69.21/hr

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Job description

Where You'll Work
Founded in 1887, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is a 318-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in downtown Los Angeles, California. Serving over 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, women's health, and a family birth center. In 2025, we opened our new patient tower, Grand Tower, featuring a dramatically expanded Emergency Department and Family Birth Center that will increase patient comfort and privacy.
Additionally, California Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and recently was awarded the AMA/ASA's Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital's commitment to providing the best stroke care.
California Hospital Medical Center shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health and CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation's largest health care systems, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality, and affordable patient-centered care.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Clinical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.
Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.
  • Performs approved laboratory procedures utilizing a diverse variety of laboratory techniques and instrumentation with an appropriate level of accuracy, precision, timeliness, and documentation measurable by: Performance improvement monitoring, Audit trails and transaction analysis of information and instrument systems, Documentation review and compliance checking, Compliance with instrument maintenance and test performance checks. Compliance with transfusion services policies and procedures.
  • Manages department quality control program in each section of the laboratory depending upon assignment. Performs proficiency testing and provides data for performance improvement program. Demonstrates ability to: Recognizes, corrects and documents quality control outlays. Validates instrument performance and quality control results before patient results are reported. Score 90% or above on all proficiency testing challenges. Maintain quality control records to a level of 100% compliance.
  • Demonstrates the ability to comply with regulatory agency standards and established policies and procedures for safe practice. Completes annual CME requirements in a timely manner.
  • Consults with peers, staff, pathologists, physicians and other laboratory services users providing accurate, timely responses using good oral, written and electronic communication processes. Recognizes critical values, life threatening laboratory results, inconsistencies, errors and instrument malfunctions and takes appropriate, timely corrective action. Recognizes specimen requirements and results interpretation criteria for neonates, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Performance is characterized by: Accuracy and timeliness and is comprehensive requiring little supervision to complete routine types of transactions, Appropriate referral to supervisor, manager or medical director with complete documentation, audit trail and preliminary problem solving completed, Demonstrated ability to utilize information resources available, scientific literature and department documentation to provide consultative information and problem solving activities.
  • Demonstrates initiative, flexibility and cooperatives in the performance of duties and acceptance of routine assignments, special assignments or new duties characterized by: Satisfaction level of supervisor that meets standards of performance, Performance demonstrates improvement in identified areas on performance reviews or after recommendations, Performance demonstrates incorporation of new skills, procedures technology or knowledge on an ongoing basis.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills are appropriately applied and characterize performance which is: Responsive to the needs of the staff and users, Professional in scope, depth and content, Results in a high level of satisfaction from supervisors and service users.

Job Requirements
Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in clinical laboratory technology or related field.
  • One (1) year of clinical internship or acute care experience.
  • Clinical Lab Scientist:CA,
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Preferred
  • Chemistry - ASCP