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Aviagen Group

Lab Monitoring Technician I

Elkmont, AL · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... directed by lab managementResponsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced.Maintain laboratory and pen hygieneFollow company policy and meet established ...

Aviagen Group

Lab Monitoring Technician I

Elkmont, AL · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... as directed by lab management Responsible for the quality of work performed as well as the quality of the product produced. Maintain laboratory and pen hygiene Follow company policy and meet ...

Triage Staffing

Travel Cath Lab Technologist

Florence, AL · On-site

$2.0K - $2.7K/wk

Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: ASAP ... Weekly paychecks via direct deposit * Earned vacation bonuses for time worked * Paid holidays

American Traveler

Travel RN - Cath Lab/EP

Athens, AL · On-site

... direct patient care within the Cardiac Cath Lab, supporting cardiac procedures, • Local candidates accepted in CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, NC, NE, NY, OH, OR, and PA, • COVID ...

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How much do lab director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for lab director in Whitehead, AL is $114,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,100.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Lab Director, you typically need an advanced degree in a scientific discipline, extensive laboratory experience, and strong management skills. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), regulatory compliance protocols like CLIA or CAP, and quality assurance tools is crucial. Leadership, problem-solving, and excellent communication abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure effective lab operations, regulatory adherence, and a high standard of scientific integrity and safety.

What are some common challenges a lab director faces when managing a multidisciplinary team?

Lab Directors often oversee teams composed of scientists, technicians, and administrative staff from diverse backgrounds. A key challenge is ensuring effective communication and collaboration across these disciplines, especially when balancing research priorities with regulatory compliance and resource allocation. Building a culture of transparency and continuous improvement helps address these challenges, as does providing ongoing professional development to team members. Proactively managing conflicts and aligning the team's goals with the lab's overall mission are also crucial responsibilities.
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Infographic showing various Lab Director job openings in Whitehead, AL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,261 per year, or $54.9 per hour.

Physician / Alabama / Locum or Permanent / Pathologist Job

Continuum Medical Staffing

Florence, AL • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Continuum Medical Staffing has a opportunity in Florence, AL We have an immediate opening for a part time, Contract Physician acting as the Center Medical Director / CLIA Lab Director!

We are seeking a Part time Contract Physician who will be responsible for ensuring donor suitability, product integrity, and the continued good health of donors through compliance with FDA regulations and our Donor Center SOP. You will not be seeing patients in this role, you will primarily be quality checking work and information and signing off on that. We do provide on-the-job training. The position requires just 4 hours per week and it is a perfect opportunity to earn additional income.

Because this is a new location for, we will begin the contract by paying you your monthly stipend. As we get closer to the opening of the center, we will contact you to begin working 4 hours per week. You ll receive the hourly rate for hours worked at this point.

The center will be open limited hours in the beginning as it builds a donor base. Likely the hours will be 8am-5pm M-F. Eventually, the center should be open extended hours 7 days a week.

Responsibilities:

Oversee EMT/LPN/RN (Physician Substitute) performing the following tasks:

  1. Determine plasma donor suitability based on company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This includes:
    1. Review of medical health histories
    2. Physical assessment
    3. Review of plasmapheresis procedure, hazards, potential adverse reactions, and specific immunization programs if applicable
    4. Providing informed consent
    5. Counseling of donors regarding deferrals
    6. Documentation of interactions with donors
  2. Review of donor treatment and suitability following adverse events related to plasmapheresis.
  3. Provide training for donor center medical personnel including, Physician Substitutes and other Physician(s).
  4. Review lab results, as required, and exercise independent judgment to determine donor s future suitability.
  5. Perform CLIA Lab Director responsibilities for Moderate Complexity Testing.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS note: bold skills and certification are required
Must be a graduate from a licensed medical or osteopathic school
Must be currently licensed in the state in which the center operates
Must be a board certified Pathologist (Anatomical or Clinical)
Must be available for phone calls during the hours that the center is open. Typically limited to 3.

Clean AL license.

1 year or more of experience

Please contact me for full details about this unique opportunity.

Amy Johnson

Senior Physician Recruiter

Continuum Medical Staffing

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