Senior Level Clinical Lab Associate Jobs
Senior level clinical lab associate jobs place experienced professionals in charge of complex specimen workflows, quality oversight, and the junior staff and protocols they depend on. Most openings are on-site or hybrid across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like Quest Diagnostics, DaVita, and Gensler hiring at this level now.
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PRIMARY CITY/STATE:
Mesa, Arizona
DEPARTMENT NAME:
WORK SHIFT:
Day
JOB CATEGORY:
Nursing
The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. The future of health care starts here. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today.
The Associate Director, Specialty Procedures is an integral part of the leadership team and is responsible for many duties in the Cath lab including circulating, monitoring, and documenting patient procedures. Our amazing leaders continually provide leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel as well as active participation in department shared leadership and facility wide committees.
Teamwork is STRONG in this department, and support to be your best self is great. Join us as we improve the lives of the patients, we care for through outstanding procedural care.
SCHEDULE:
Full time, EXEMPT.
LOCATION:
Banner Heart Hospital, (6750 E Baywood Ave)
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
RN or Radiology Tech license, and have experience in Cath Lab, IR, or EP.
Position Summary
This position provides managerial and clinical support to patients and staff. Uses depth and breadth of clinical management knowledge to ensure the provision of high quality, safe, and cost effective patient care. Demonstrates clinical expertise and oversees the leadership of clinical, financial, and personnel management of the assigned areas.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Manages and facilitates patient centered nursing care for designated patient populations by serving as a real-time clinical expert for unit staff and physicians for escalated problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues. Manages the operations of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management and resource utilization.
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Leads change by developing, implementing and evaluating quality and process improvement initiatives of the department in conjunction with the director. Seeks and utilizes input from staff and oversees change implementation. Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
-
Facilitates communication of system, regional, facility and department initiatives.
-
Manages and develops the operational and capital budgets and use of associated resources.
-
Assures the development of staff leadership through the design of effective shared leadership models and supports career advancement opportunities. Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.
-
Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention. Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to create a culture of learning.
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Manages large single unit or multiple clinical units to ensure excellent patient care. Actively develops leadership of entry level nurse manager(s) while leading clinical improvement initiatives. Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians. External customers include patient family.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BSN or MSN required for all new hires. BSN required for internal transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.
Requires a current RN license in state of practice. Requires BLS certification.
Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of clinical care management as normally demonstrated through two years of clinical management experience relevant to patient population. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of specialty area. Requires critical thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes. Must have the ability to practice skills according to department and professional standards and quality requirements. In LTC setting: Requires familiarity with Alzheimer’s disease and developmental disabilities.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in nursing preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
PRIMARY CITY/STATE:
Mesa, Arizona
DEPARTMENT NAME:
WORK SHIFT:
Day
JOB CATEGORY:
Nursing
The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. The future of health care starts here. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today.
The Associate Director, Specialty Procedures is an integral part of the leadership team and is responsible for many duties in the Cath lab including circulating, monitoring, and documenting patient procedures. Our amazing leaders continually provide leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel as well as active participation in department shared leadership and facility wide committees.
Teamwork is STRONG in this department, and support to be your best self is great. Join us as we improve the lives of the patients, we care for through outstanding procedural care.
SCHEDULE:
Full time, EXEMPT.
LOCATION:
Banner Heart Hospital, (6750 E Baywood Ave)
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
RN or Radiology Tech license, and have experience in Cath Lab, IR, or EP.
Position Summary
This position provides managerial and clinical support to patients and staff. Uses depth and breadth of clinical management knowledge to ensure the provision of high quality, safe, and cost effective patient care. Demonstrates clinical expertise and oversees the leadership of clinical, financial, and personnel management of the assigned areas.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Manages and facilitates patient centered nursing care for designated patient populations by serving as a real-time clinical expert for unit staff and physicians for escalated problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues. Manages the operations of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management and resource utilization.
-
Leads change by developing, implementing and evaluating quality and process improvement initiatives of the department in conjunction with the director. Seeks and utilizes input from staff and oversees change implementation. Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
-
Facilitates communication of system, regional, facility and department initiatives.
-
Manages and develops the operational and capital budgets and use of associated resources.
-
Assures the development of staff leadership through the design of effective shared leadership models and supports career advancement opportunities. Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.
-
Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention. Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to create a culture of learning.
-
Manages large single unit or multiple clinical units to ensure excellent patient care. Actively develops leadership of entry level nurse manager(s) while leading clinical improvement initiatives. Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians. External customers include patient family.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BSN or MSN required for all new hires. BSN required for internal transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.
Requires a current RN license in state of practice. Requires BLS certification.
Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of clinical care management as normally demonstrated through two years of clinical management experience relevant to patient population. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of specialty area. Requires critical thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes. Must have the ability to practice skills according to department and professional standards and quality requirements. In LTC setting: Requires familiarity with Alzheimer’s disease and developmental disabilities.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in nursing preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Senior Level Clinical Lab Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level clinical lab associate job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who have moved beyond executing tasks to owning outcomes. Demonstrate experience leading quality control initiatives, training or mentoring junior associates, and troubleshooting instrumentation or workflow issues independently. Certifications such as ASCP or AMT credentials carry real weight, and a history of process improvement or cross-functional collaboration gives your application a clear edge over equally credentialed peers.
Which companies hire senior level clinical lab associates?
Companies hiring senior level clinical lab associates right now include Quest Diagnostics, DaVita, and Gensler, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large hospital systems, regional reference laboratories, and life sciences organizations that need experienced professionals to anchor their lab operations and support less senior staff.
Are there remote senior level clinical lab associate jobs?
Yes, though most lab associate work is hands-on and site-dependent. About 30% of senior level clinical lab associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve roles with a data review, training, or compliance component rather than direct specimen handling. On-site positions at hospitals and reference labs remain the majority of what is available at this level.
What makes a clinical lab associate role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope and ownership, not just tenure. You are expected to lead or oversee daily lab workflows, serve as a go-to resource for troubleshooting instrumentation and quality issues, mentor junior and mid-level associates, and contribute to process improvements or accreditation readiness. These positions carry accountability for outcomes across a full area of the lab rather than a narrow set of assigned tasks.
Which industries hire the most senior level clinical lab associates?
Senior Level clinical lab associate roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they operate high-volume or highly regulated laboratory environments where experienced associates are needed to maintain quality standards, manage instrument performance, and support the credentialing or compliance requirements that govern lab operations.