Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Per Diem

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Per Diem Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality laboratory services within the Emergency Department and Core Laboratory. You will be responsible for specimen processing, method development, and ensuring quality control across multiple testing areas. The position primarily operates during night shifts, providing flexibility and the chance to work in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about laboratory sciences and are looking for a role that could lead to a career opportunity, this is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required.
• Two years of experience in a high volume laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle specimen processing and testing in various laboratory areas.
• Conduct instrument maintenance and quality control.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Data Entry

Method Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Description

Join our team as a Per Diem Clinical Laboratory Scientist, where you'll contribute to high-quality laboratory services in the Emergency Department, Anesthesiology, and Core Laboratory. In this role, you'll handle specimen processing, method development, testing across multiple areas, instrument maintenance, quality control, and data entry.

Note: This position primarily covers the night shift (11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.), though additional shift coverage may be required based on operational needs.

Salary Range: $70.94 - $70.94/hour

In addition to a competitive salary range, this position is also eligible for shift differentials.

May convert to career.

Qualifications

*Current and valid California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license.

*Bachelor's degree.

*Availability to work weekends and holidays.

*Recent demonstrated technical competence in high volume chemistry/hematology.

*Must pass the Ishihara Color Vision exam, i.e. visual acuity including color differentiation.

*Two years of recent experience performing testing in a high volume laboratory, preferred.