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Our facility is equipped with digital radiography, dental radiography and in-house lab equipment ... diagnostics, surgery, case management and client communication - not tasks that can be ...

... Manager, or Coordinator with advanced technical functions within the department they are supporting ... Alta View Hospital - Alta View Hospital is committed to creating a healing environment in every way ...

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Holy Cross Hospital, Mountain Point is a 40-bed full-service hospital serving the residents of ... Every day you will assist with specimen management and clerical duties, perform blood collection ...

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How much do hospital lab manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital lab manager in Utah is $83,718.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,700.00 and $101,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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 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 Utah are hiring for Hospital Lab Manager jobs? Cities in Utah with the most Hospital Lab Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Hospital Lab Manager job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,718 per year, or $40.2 per hour.

Medical Lab Scientist FSER

West Valley Emergency

West Valley City, UT • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Medical Lab Scientist FSER? At West Valley Emergency, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Medical Laboratory Scientist – Free Standing Emergency Department

This position resides in a Free Standing Emergency Department (FSED) that does not contain a Clinical Laboratory.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) performs waived and moderate-complexity laboratory testing to support the timely diagnosis and treatment of patients and is responsible for independently performing and managing on-site testing activities within the scope of approved waived and moderate-complexity testing. 

Responsibilities include collecting, processing, and analyzing patient specimens; accurately documenting and communicating test results; ensuring compliance with laboratory policies and regulatory requirements; and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency setting.

In addition to laboratory responsibilities, the MLS serves as a key operational support resource for the facility. Duties include answering and directing telephone calls, monitoring and controlling access through the facility entrance, maintaining awareness of safety and security concerns, greeting and assisting patients and visitors, supporting patient flow, completing clerical and administrative tasks, and providing exceptional customer service. The MLS must demonstrate strong communication skills, professionalism, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively prioritize and balance laboratory, patient-facing, and operational responsibilities while maintaining a positive patient experience.

    Benefits

    West Valley Emergency, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

    • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
    • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
    • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
    • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
    • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
    • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

    Learn more about Employee Benefits

    Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

    For 150 years, St. Mark's Hospital has provided a full-spectrum of healthcare services to Salt Lake City and its surrounding communities. As Utah's first hospital, St. Mark's team members uphold a rich tradition of patient-centered, top-quality care at our 308 plus bed hospital. St Mark's drives the development of some of the regions finest clinical service areas such as neurosciences, trauma, orthopedics, cardiac care and robotic surgery. St. Mark's was named to the Fortune/IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospitals® list. This is the eighth time this hospital has been recognized with this honor as one of the top performing Teaching Hospitals in the U.S.

    St. Mark's has expanded emergency access to the communities we serve with two free standing emergency centers, Taylorsville Emergency Center and West Valley Emergency Center. Both locations have 10 plus patient rooms are staffed 24/7 by experienced board-certified emergency room physicians, nurses and support teams from St. Mark's Hospital. In addition to ER care, both facilities give comprehensive imaging services, including computerized tomography (CT scan), Xray, and ultrasound as well as a fully-equipped medical laboratory.

    Nestled at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains, St. Mark's sits in a picturesque and ideal location. From our hospital doors it's a quick commute to Salt Lake's urban and cultural benefits, and a short drive to outdoor adventures and Utah's glorious national parks.

    HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


    "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
    HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

    We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Medical Lab Scientist FSER opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

    We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.