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How much do clinical lab director jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical lab director in Tennessee is $58.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.65 and $67.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a clinical lab director do?

A Clinical Lab Director oversees the operations of a clinical laboratory, ensuring that all testing is accurate, efficient, and complies with regulatory standards. They are responsible for managing staff, developing laboratory policies, maintaining quality control, and ensuring patient safety. The director also collaborates with healthcare professionals to interpret laboratory results and implement new technologies or procedures. Their leadership is crucial for maintaining high standards in laboratory services and supporting patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical lab director?

To thrive as a Clinical Lab Director, you need a deep knowledge of laboratory science, strong leadership abilities, and typically a graduate degree in a related field along with appropriate licensure or certification. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), quality assurance protocols, and regulatory standards such as CLIA and CAP accreditation is essential. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills help in managing teams and ensuring compliance. These competencies are vital for maintaining high-quality laboratory operations, meeting regulatory requirements, and delivering accurate diagnostic results.

How does a clinical lab director typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient outcomes?

A Clinical Lab Director plays a crucial role in interdisciplinary collaboration by working closely with physicians, pathologists, and nursing staff to interpret lab results and address any discrepancies. They regularly participate in clinical meetings, provide guidance on test selection, and ensure that laboratory practices meet regulatory standards. Effective communication and teamwork are essential for timely and accurate diagnoses, making the director a key liaison between the laboratory and clinical staff. This collaborative environment helps maintain high-quality patient care and supports continuous improvement within the lab.

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

AspectClinical Lab DirectorMedical Laboratory Scientist
CredentialsTypically requires a medical degree, certification (e.g., ASCP), and management experienceRequires a bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field, certification (e.g., ASCP)
Work EnvironmentOversees laboratory operations, manages staff, ensures compliancePerforms laboratory tests, analyzes samples, reports results
Employer & IndustryHospitals, diagnostic labs, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, clinics, diagnostic laboratories

The Clinical Lab Director focuses on managing laboratory operations and ensuring quality standards, while the Medical Laboratory Scientist performs the testing and analysis. Both roles are essential in the laboratory setting but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Lab Director job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,361 per year, or $58.3 per hour.

Clinical Lab Team Leader - Point of Care

Labcorp

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description


Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.


LabCorp is seeking a Point of Care Clinical Laboratory Team Leader to join our team at Ascension St. Thomas Midtownin Nashville, Tennessee

Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm with occasional weekends. start/end time flexible.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for overseeing waived and moderate complexity point-of-care testing
  • Provide training and ongoing support to nursing and clinical staff
  • Develops, coordinates, and documents training and competency assessments for nursing and clinical staff performing POC testing.
  • Collaborates with laboratory leadership, nursing leadership, and clinical departments to implement new testing platforms and workflow improvements.
  • Serves as the subject matter expert for POC testing policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Manages POC instrumentation, including validation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and serve as a key resource for troubleshooting
  • Identify and replenish testing supplies, reagents, and inventory to support uninterrupted operations.
  • Conducts regular rounding on patient care units to support nursing staff, troubleshoot point-of-care testing issues, and ensure adherence to quality and competency standards.
  • Monitors quality control, proficiency testing, and corrective actions to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
  • Reviews quality metrics, compliance reports, and testing records to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Investigates testing discrepancies, quality events, and non-compliance issues and implements corrective actions.
  • Participates in regulatory inspections, audits, and accreditation surveys related to point-of-care testing.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
  • Tennessee Medical Laboratory Supervisor License or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire
  • 5 or more years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist/Technician
  • ASCP Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

    • One or more years of experience as a Point of Care Lead/Coordinator/Specialist
    • One or more years of prior leadership experience

    Additional Job Standards:

    • In lieu of education requirements listed above, non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits that meet CLIA standards may meet education requirement
    • Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
    • Familiarity with laboratory operations as well as policies and procedures
    • Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
    • Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
    • High levelof attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
    • Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions in afast pacedenvironment
    • Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position
    • Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

    Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others?Are you looking for anindustry leadingcompany that offers growth and stability? In this position, you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives".

    Benefits:Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20hours,Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible toparticipatein the 401(k) Plan.Employees who are regularly scheduled toworka 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.

    Ifyou'relooking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professionalchallengeand the chance to make a real difference, apply today!


    Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

    Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.


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