Medical Lab Supervisor Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

A Medical Lab Supervisor in the med tech industry oversees the daily operations of a medical or clinical laboratory. They ensure that the lab adheres to standard procedures and regulations for analyzing specimen samples, and troubleshoot any technical issues with the lab equipment or processes. They also supervise and direct lab staff, provide training, and manage scheduling and budgeting. They report to management on lab operations, implement policies to improve efficiency, and ensure quality control and safety within the lab.

Key skills for a Medical Lab Supervisor include attention to detail, leadership, good communication, and technical competence in lab procedures and equipment. They should be certified as a medical technologist (MT) or clinical laboratory scientist (CLS) and may also need certification in laboratory management. Prior to becoming a Medical Lab Supervisor, a person may have roles as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Laboratory Technician, gaining experience in performing lab tests and understanding lab operations.

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Clinical Lab Supervisor - Molecular

  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 8 days ago

Clinical Lab Supervisor - Molecular#25-00850 Aliso Viejo, CA All On-site Job Description Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - Molecular Aliso Viejo, CA 4pm-12am, Tues-Sat or Sun-Thurs Position...

Clinical Lab Supervisor - Cytogenetics

  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 8 days ago

Clinical Lab Supervisor - Cytogenetics#25-00851 Aliso Viejo, CA All On-site Job Description Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - Cytogenetics Aliso Viejo, CA Tues-Sat Position Summary: The Laboratory...

Oakley - Team Lead - Quality Auditor

  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 9 days ago

Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and...

Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - Molecular

  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 10 days ago

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills...

Oakley - Team Lead - Quality Auditor

  • Foothill Ranch, CA (8 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Foothill Ranch, CA (8 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and...

Clinical Laboratory Supervisor - FISH

  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills...

Histology Lab Supervisor

  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Histology Lab Supervisor#25-00782 Aliso Viejo, CA All On-site Job Description Histology Lab Supervisor Aliso Viejo, CA Tuesday-Saturday 9pm-5:30am (overnight) Position Summary: The Anatomic...

Oakley - Team Lead - Manufacturing

  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and...

Oakley - Team Lead - Manufacturing

  • Foothill Ranch, CA (8 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Foothill Ranch, CA (8 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and...

Medical Technologist Supervisor (Notional Opportunity)

  • San Clemente, CA (17 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Clemente, CA (17 miles from Lake Forest, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Must be familiar with the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) requirements for maintaining blood products for transfusion....

Demographic Data for Lake Forest, CA

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Salary for Medical Lab Supervisor Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Medical Lab Supervisor positions.



Highest Education Level

Medical Lab Supervisors in Lake Forest, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.1%
Associate's Degree
18.6%
High School or GED
11.2%
Master's Degree
9.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Lab Supervisors in Lake Forest, CA
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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