Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Per Diem

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Clinical Laboratory Scientist in San Jose, CA. This on-site position performs moderate- to high-complexity testing in compliance with CLIA, OSHA, PPFA, Title X, and state regulations, and reports results through the Laboratory Information System (LIS).

You will participate in instrument maintenance, QA/QC, proficiency testing, and ongoing training for laboratory assistants, with flexible evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license; ASCP certification preferred.
• Two years of recent CLS experience in a clinical lab setting.
• Experience with molecular assays and LIS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing in compliance with CLIA, OSHA, PPFA, Title X, and state regulations.
• Execute all phases of clinical testing—pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Conduct molecular assays, including DNA amplification and other specialty tests, as needed.
• Verify patient specimens are properly labeled and match worklists.
• Enter, verify, and release results in LIS; report to PP centers and public health agencies.

Skills

California CLS license

Two years CLS experience

LIS experience

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Per Diem

Job Category: Laboratory

Requisition Number: CLINI002300

• Posted : August 24, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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San Jose, CA 95126, USA

Description

Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Per Diem

San Jose, CA

$45-$50 per hour, plus per diem differential

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing in compliance with CLIA, OSHA, PPFA, Title X, and state regulations.
• Execute all phases of clinical testing- pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Conduct molecular assays, including DNA amplification and other specialty or research-based tests, as needed.
• Verify that patient specimens are properly labeled, match worklists, and meet acceptance criteria.
• Accurately enter, verify, and release results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS); ensure timely reporting to Planned Parenthood Mar Monte health centers and public health agencies.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Proficiency Testing in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly instrument maintenance and cleaning; document all activities per SOPs.
• Assist in maintaining adequate inventory of lab supplies, reagents, and materials; communicate restocking needs to lab leadership.
• Respond to phone inquiries, look up test results, and answer clinic questions within the scope of knowledge or refer appropriately.
• Follow established corrective action and documentation protocols for specimen handling and test performance issues.
• Support pre- and post-analytical workflows as needed, including receiving specimens, labeling, sorting, and routing.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager to help orient and train new laboratory assistants on workflows and protocols.
• Uphold a team-based, professional work environment and promote continuous quality improvement.

Non-Essential Duties

• Works with/supervises volunteers/interns/trainees as appropriate.
• Performs Lab Assistant duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. ASCP certification preferred.
• Two years of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in a clinical laboratory setting.

REQUIREMENTS

• Interface and communicate effectively with medical professionals, staff and the community.
• Self-motivated, independent, and flexible with shift coverage (evenings/weekends as needed).
• Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance.
• Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and continuous quality improvement.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills; comfortable with LIS

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