PartTime CLIA Laboratory Director ModerateComplexity Lab

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Live Wellness Space is launching an in‑house clinical laboratory to support advanced wellness diagnostics. Our lab will perform moderate‑complexity immunoassay testing, including PSA, Total Testosterone, and Vitamin

D. We are building a compliant, efficient, physician‑office laboratory focused on quality, speed, and patient experience.

We are seeking a CLIA‑qualified Laboratory Director to provide regulatory oversight and quality leadership for our moderate‑complexity lab. This role is focused on compliance, documentation review, quality assurance, and inspection readiness rather than daily lab operations.

• Serve as CLIA Laboratory Director per 42 CFR §493.1405
• Provide regulatory oversight for moderate‑complexity testing
• Review and approve:
  • Quality Manual and SOPs
  • QC, calibration, and maintenance records
  • Training and competency documentation
• Oversee:
  • Method verification before patient testing
  • Proficiency Testing (PT) participation and review
  • Quality assurance and corrective action activities
• Participate in periodic quality review meetings
• Support inspection and audit readiness
• Be available for consultation to clinic leadership and lab staff

• Meets CLIA Laboratory Director requirements for moderate‑complexity testing
• MD, DO, PhD, or qualifying doctoral degree
• Prior experience as CLIA Lab Director or Technical Consultant
• Working knowledge of CLIA regulations and laboratory quality systems
• Experience with physician‑office or startup labs preferred

• Independent contractor
• Remote oversight with periodic virtual meetings
• On‑site availability for inspections if required

Submit CV and brief note outlining CLIA director experience.

Independent Contractor Role: CLIA Laboratory Director – Moderate Complexity

• Serve as designated CLIA Laboratory Director
• Ensure compliance with CLIA 42 CFR §493
• Provide guidance on state laboratory licensing requirements

• Review and approve:
  • Quality Manual
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Document control processes
• Establish QC and QA programs
• Review QC logs monthly or quarterly

• Approve training and competency assessments
• Provide guidance on personnel qualifications

• Approve method verification protocols
• Review verification results before go‑live
• Oversee Proficiency Testing participation and results

• Support preparation for CLIA inspections
• Participate in inspection responses if needed

• Provide reasonable availability for questions and guidance

• Monthly retainer: $1,000–$1,500
• Term: 12 months, renewable
• Independent contractor relationship