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Entry Level Clia Lab Director Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Pathologist Assistant

Augusta, GA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities as authorized by the laboratory director ... Ensure compliance with all local, federal, CLIA, and CAP regulations. * Perform troubleshooting ...

Meet all requirements for non-pathologist performing gross tissue examinations SOP and 1988 CLIA ... Capable of performing all of the duties/responsibilities as authorized by the laboratory director ...

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Phlebotomist

Jesup, GA · On-site

$17.20 - $22.29/hr

... Lab contact, CLIA re-certification, maintenance of equipment and notification of needed supplies. * Assist the HSA and Clinical Director with writing and implementing policies that deal with the ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Clia Lab Director vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectEntry Level Clia Lab DirectorMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsCLIA certification, often a relevant degree (e.g., Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science)Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field, certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratories with oversight responsibilities, regulatory compliance, management tasksPerforming laboratory tests under supervision, assisting with testing procedures
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics, research facilitiesHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics, research facilities

The Entry Level Clia Lab Director and Medical Laboratory Technician roles both work within clinical laboratory settings. The Lab Director oversees compliance and management, requiring higher credentials and certification, while the Technician performs testing under supervision. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in clinical laboratories.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Clia Lab Director job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

High Complexity Grossing Assistant

PathGroup

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


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7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY:
The person in this position is qualified as a high complexity testing personnel under CLIA-88 regulations. This position is responsible for accessioning and gross examination of tissue specimens independently under the direction of the Medical Director of Pathology.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Must be able to complete a documented training program per CLIA standards.
  • Accession and prepare tissue specimens for gross examination.
  • Perform gross dissections of both higher complexity cases as well as smaller surgical and biopsy cases.
  • Perform gross dictations as outlined by the department specimen protocol.
  • Properly hang tissue on the processors.
  • Photograph specimens (Polaroid, digital, and 35 mm).
  • Prepare tissue to be sent out for further testing such as Lymphoma Phenotyping, Quantitative Iron studies, etc.
  • Prepare routine solutions, maintain an inventory of supplies and store in proper location and keep a clean work area.
  • Responsible for proper disposal and handling of hazardous waste (i.e. xylene, reagent alcohol, formaldehyde, B-Plus) and dispose of specimens according to procedures.
  • Meet department and quality assurance standards.
  • Review procedure manuals and stay current with procedural changes that have occurred.
  • Exercise all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
  • Perform all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
  • Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.

EDUCATION & LICENSURE:
  • Must be qualified as high complexity testing personnel under CLIA-88 regulations. The minimum training/experience required of such personnel is:
  • An earned associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology, obtained from an accredited institution, OR
  • Education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24 semester hours of science courses that includes 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination. In addition, the individual must have laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR at least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
  • In addition, the CLIA-88 regulations include exceptions for grandfathered individuals.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum of one year of previous health care environment job-related experience is required.

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Biotechnology research and development, health care and social assistance and medical and diagnostic laboratories

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

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