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Core Lab MLT

Portland, OR · On-site

Performs projects assigned by lead worker, technical coordinator or lab manager. * Completes ... OHSU Hospitals and Clinics and understands and complies with the Code of Conduct, OHSU and ...

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How much do hospital lab manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital lab manager in Oregon is $97,228.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $117,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a hospital lab manager do?

A Hospital Lab Manager oversees the daily operations of a hospital's laboratory, ensuring that all tests are performed accurately and efficiently. They are responsible for managing lab staff, maintaining quality control standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and managing budgets for lab supplies and equipment. Hospital Lab Managers also play a key role in hiring, training, and evaluating laboratory personnel, as well as implementing new laboratory technologies and procedures. Their work is critical to supporting patient care by ensuring timely and accurate diagnostic test results.

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

To thrive as a Hospital Lab Manager, you need a strong background in clinical laboratory science, leadership experience, and typically a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a science-related field with relevant certification such as ASCP. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), quality control protocols, and regulatory compliance standards is crucial. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team management skills help ensure efficient lab operations and staff motivation. These competencies are vital for maintaining high-quality testing, regulatory adherence, and effective coordination within healthcare teams.

What are some common challenges faced by hospital lab managers, and how can they be addressed?

Hospital Lab Managers often face challenges such as balancing administrative duties with technical oversight, adapting to rapidly changing healthcare regulations, and ensuring consistent staffing coverage. Effective communication with both laboratory staff and hospital leadership is crucial to address workflow bottlenecks and maintain quality standards. Staying updated on compliance requirements and investing in ongoing staff training can help mitigate risks and foster a collaborative, efficient lab environment.

What is the difference between Hospital Lab Manager vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectHospital Lab ManagerMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in medical technology, management experience often preferredAssociate's degree in medical laboratory technology or related field
Work EnvironmentOversees laboratory operations, manages staff, ensures compliancePerforms laboratory tests, prepares samples, reports results
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics

The Hospital Lab Manager focuses on overseeing laboratory operations, staff management, and compliance, requiring leadership skills and management credentials. In contrast, the Medical Laboratory Technician performs technical testing and sample analysis, primarily requiring technical certifications. Both roles are essential in hospital labs but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Hospital Lab Manager jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Hospital Lab Manager job openings:

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Infographic showing various Hospital Lab Manager job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,228 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Manager Nursing - Cath Lab

Providence Health & Service

Portland, OR • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description

Manager Nursing for Cath Lab at Providence St Vincent Medical Center in Portland, OR.

Full-Time/Day Shift

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment.

The Nurse Manager of Clinical Operations embraces a spirit of continual improvement and possesses a relentless drive towards excellence. They are accountable for the 24/7 operations of their defined unit(s). The Nurse Manager is accountable for the quality of care delivered and outcomes of areas under their leadership. The Nurse Manager establishes an environment where healing and wellness are optimized and the core values of the organization are realized for both our patients and caregivers. The Nurse Manager leads effective care delivery through strong caregiver engagement, wise use of resources, and compassionately holding others accountable for their behaviors and actions. The Nurse Manager assembles and develops effective teams of caregivers and leads these teams in a complex and changing environment. The Nurse Manager establishes and sustains collaborative inter-professional relationships in service to Providence Health & Services (PH&S) strategic plans.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence St Vincent Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
  • Upon hire: Oregon Registered Nurse License.
  • Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
  • 5 years Nursing with experience in progressive leadership roles.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in related field.
  • Coursework/Training: Formal coursework in Management, Finance, and other administrative subjects.
  • Upon hire: National Certification from recognized professional organization in relevant field of clinical expertise.
  • Management experience.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About the Team

Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence is located in areas ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requsition ID: 442389

Company: Providence Jobs

Job Category: Nursing-Patient Facing

Job Function: Nursing

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Career Track: Leadership

Department: 5002 PSVMC CARDIAC CATH

Address: OR Portland 9205 SW Barnes Rd

Work Location: Providence St Vincent Medical Ctr-Portland

Workplace Type: On-site

Pay Range: $65.24 - $102.99

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

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