Lab Director - Core Lab (Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, & Immunology)

Lab Director – Core Lab (Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology)
Rocky Mountain Laboratories – Tempe, AZ

About Us
Rocky Mountain Laboratories specializes in molecular diagnostics for infectious diseases and toxicology. We are committed to delivering accurate, timely diagnostic results and improving healthcare outcomes through cutting-edge diagnostics and a customer-focused approach.

Position
We are seeking a Lab Director – Core Lab to serve as the CLIA-designated Laboratory Director for our new facility in Tempe, AZ. This is a part-time, consultant role (1099), requiring approximately 4–6 hours per month. Day-to-day operations will be delegated to the on-site Core Manager, while the Lab Director will provide high-level oversight of testing methods, regulatory compliance, CLIA compliance, and overall laboratory quality.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the CLIA Laboratory Director for Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology testing
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, CMS, and Arizona state regulations for high-complexity testing
• Review and approve SOPs, validation studies, QC, proficiency testing, and corrective actions
• Oversee staff competency evaluations (delegated daily to Chemistry Supervisor)
• Conduct on-site visits at least twice per year and document director-level activities
• Remain accessible to laboratory staff for consultation and compliance issues

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (MD, DO, PhD, or DCLS in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science)
• Qualified to serve as a CLIA High Complexity Laboratory Director under 42 CFR 493.1443–1445
• Licensed or registered in Arizona as required by state law
• Experience with hematology and high-complexity testing environments
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Job Type
1099 Independent Contractor (Consultant)

Schedule
Approximately 4–6 hours per month
Must perform at least two on-site visits per year, at least four months apart

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!

At Rocky Mountain Diagnostics, we prioritize the care and well-being of our team members.

While we appreciate interest from staffing agencies, Rocky Mountain Laboratories does not currently partner with external agencies. Resumes submitted unsolicited will not be considered, and no fees will be paid.

Employment Relationship
Employment with Rocky Mountain Laboratories is at-will. This means either the employee or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws. Nothing in this posting or in future communications alters that relationship.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Rocky Mountain Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws and prohibit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.
We strongly encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, we are happy to provide assistance.

Pre-Employment Notice
Some positions require a background check and/or pre-employment screening as a condition of employment. These steps are conducted only after a conditional offer has been made.
Most roles require a post-offer drug screening and a TSpot tuberculosis test. These steps are managed through our HRIS system and are part of the onboarding process, not the application process.
No health-related or criminal history information is collected during the application stage. This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a job offer.

E-Verify & Background Check
Rocky Mountain Laboratories participates in E-Verify.
Background checks are conducted only after a conditional offer has been made. These apply to roles including but not limited to management, toxicology, client/patient-facing positions, and those involving a company vehicle. Continued employment is contingent on the outcome of the background check.

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