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Medical Lab Manager Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Medical Assistant

Murray, UT · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

... LAB TEST NOW ® makes it easy for consumers and businesses to manage their health by providing ... Family healthcare and medical budgets are big concerns. There is also a desire for confidentiality ...

QC Lab Technician

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Read test results and notify Lab Management of results that are out of specification; * Assist with ... Medical, Dental, Vision * Employer paid STD and LTD * HSA and FSA * Paid Maternity and Paternity ...

QC Lab Technician

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Read test results and notify Lab Management of results that are out of specification; * Assist with ... Medical, Dental, Vision * Employer paid STD and LTD * HSA and FSA * Paid Maternity and Paternity ...

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How much do medical lab manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical lab manager in Utah is $43.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.70 and $51.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectMedical Lab ManagerMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in medical technology, management experienceAssociate's degree or certification in medical laboratory technology
Work EnvironmentOversees lab operations, manages staff, ensures compliancePerforms laboratory tests, prepares samples, operates equipment
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, diagnostic labsHospitals, diagnostic labs, research facilities

The Medical Lab Manager focuses on overseeing laboratory operations, staff management, and compliance, requiring leadership skills and management credentials. In contrast, the Medical Laboratory Technician performs hands-on testing and sample analysis, requiring technical skills and specific certifications. Both roles are essential in medical laboratories but differ significantly in responsibilities and qualifications.

What does a medical lab manager do?

A Medical Lab Manager oversees the daily operations of a medical laboratory, ensuring that lab procedures and tests are conducted accurately and efficiently. They supervise laboratory staff, manage budgets, maintain quality control standards, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Additionally, Medical Lab Managers are responsible for training new employees, troubleshooting equipment issues, and implementing new laboratory technologies or protocols. Their role is crucial in supporting doctors and healthcare providers with reliable diagnostic information.

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

To thrive as a Medical Lab Manager, you need a solid background in laboratory science, supervisory experience, and often a bachelor’s or master’s degree in medical technology or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), quality control procedures, and relevant certifications such as ASCP or AMT are typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication skills set outstanding candidates apart. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure accurate test results, regulatory compliance, and efficient laboratory operations.

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

Medical Lab Managers often face challenges such as ensuring regulatory compliance, managing staff schedules, and maintaining quality control across multiple tests and instruments. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on problem-solving requires strong organizational and communication skills. Staying up to date with evolving laboratory technologies and regulations is crucial, and successful managers foster a collaborative team environment to address workflow bottlenecks and maintain high standards of patient care.
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Infographic showing various Medical Lab Manager job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,482 per year, or $43 per hour.

Medical Lab Scientist FSER

West Valley Emergency

West Valley City, UT

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


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.