Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a transformative team dedicated to changing lives in the fight against cancer. As a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II in Blood Bank, you will play a crucial role in providing excellence in transfusion and stem cell support. This night shift position offers a unique opportunity to engage in groundbreaking research while making a life-saving impact on the community. With flexible shifts and a supportive environment, you will contribute to a mission of delivering the cures of tomorrow to those in need today. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Night shift differential

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; military applicants without a degree may apply.
• Minimum 2 years as a certified clinical laboratory scientist.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests and procedures according to protocols.
• Conduct quality control procedures and support Quality Assurance efforts.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control Procedures

Data Entry

Patient Care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Standard Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, Generalist – Blood Bank (4 x 10-hour shifts)

Eligible for sign-on bonus of $5,000

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.

About City of Hope Orange County

City of Hope Orange County is transforming cancer treatment by bringing world-class expertise and specialized care closer to home. Supported by a regional network of care, our 11-acre academic cancer campus in Irvine is home to City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, our outpatient cancer center, and Orange County’s only cancer specialty hospital, opening in late 2025.

With the opening of the hospital, the full continuum of advanced cancer care—from prevention through survivorship—will be available in Orange County for the first time, eliminating the need to travel for lifesaving treatment. Seamlessly connected to our outpatient cancer center, the new clinical research hospital will feature 73 inpatient beds, advanced surgical suites, groundbreaking clinical trials, and holistic services such as rehabilitative therapy and spiritual care. This isn’t standard cancer care. This is lifesaving cancer care. This is Hope.

Join our Blood Bank team in Orange County and make a life-saving impact on cancer patients in the OC community. As one of the world's leading centers for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, our team delivers excellence in transfusion and stem cell support. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to contribute positively to your local community while engaging in the latest breakthroughs in blood and biotherapies.

This is a Night shift position; 10:00pm – 08:30am (hours may vary); initial training hours may be conducted during day shift hours. Eligible for night shift differential.

Additional Note: This position requires flexibility to accommodate varying patient needs. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. On-call responsibilities and mandatory overtime may also be necessary.

As a successful candidate, you will:

• Perform a variety of complex laboratory tests and procedures according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules. Complete procedures within established turnaround times.
• Perform quality control procedures including preventive maintenance, calibrations, review of controls, and record data on appropriate forms. Support and participate in the Quality Assurance efforts and Performance Improvement process.
• Utilize standard laboratory equipment, and record and check results for completeness and accuracy. Perform data entry of diagnostic information.

Your qualifications should include:

• Bachelor’s Degree; Military applicants without a Bachelor’s degree with the approval of CDPH-LFS (California Department of Public Health – Laboratory Field Services)
• Minimum 2 years as a certified or licensed clinical laboratory scientist
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Highly Preferred: CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) – MTA)
• Note: For candidates with < 2 years of experience, may be considered for Clinical Laboratory Scientist I (Pay range: $43.17hr - $55.04/hr - $66.92/hr)

City of Hope employees' pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

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