General Supervisor / Testing Personnel – Foot & Ankle Specialty Lab (Travel / Contract Role)

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift (Clinic Hours)
Assignment Type: Travel / Temporary (13-week assignment, with potential for extension)

Position Overview

A growing foot and ankle specialty clinic in the Salt Lake City, Utah area is seeking a General Supervisor / Testing Personnel for a travel assignment supporting laboratory operations focused on wound and nail diagnostics, along with limited molecular (PCR) testing.

This is a hands-on role within a physician practice setting, combining bench work with supervisory responsibilities under CLIA guidelines. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently in a moderate- to high-complexity environment and stepping into a leadership role as needed to support day-to-day lab operations.

Experience with PCR instrumentation, particularly the Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 7, is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Testing & Operations

• Perform and oversee laboratory testing, including:
  • Wound and nail specimen processing and analysis
  • PCR testing (setup, amplification, and basic troubleshooting)
• Maintain efficient workflow and turnaround times in a clinic-based lab environment

Supervision & Compliance

• Serve as General Supervisor in accordance with CLIA regulations
• Ensure adherence to quality control, quality assurance, and regulatory standards
• Support inspection readiness and compliance documentation

Process & Quality Support

• Assist with validation, implementation, and optimization of testing workflows
• Contribute to SOP development and updates
• Support training and competency assessment of laboratory personnel

Collaboration

• Work closely with providers and clinical staff to ensure accurate and timely results
• Act as a technical resource for lab-related questions and troubleshooting

Qualifications

• Meets CLIA requirements for General Supervisor (moderate/high complexity)
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field
• Active ASCP (or equivalent) certification preferred
• 2+ years of experience in histology and molecular testing required (4+ years preferred)

Highly Preferred:

• Experience with Applied Biosystems QuantStudio platforms
• Qualification as a Technical Supervisor Molecular (PCR) testing

Compensation & Assignment Details

• Pay Rate: Non-Local candidates $30/hour Local Candidates- $40/hour
• Per Diem: Provided in accordance with current GSA rates (eligibility based on traveler status)
• Expected weekly gross compensation with per diem: $2400/wk
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks, with strong potential for extension
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, day shift (no weekends)

About Us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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