(CLS) Clinical Lab Scientist / Spec, Per Diem - 141287

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Spec, Per Diem in the La Jolla Clinical Lab. The role involves performing waived to high complexity testing, evaluating results, and ensuring quality control.

The CLS will support Jacobs Medical Center and related facilities, with eligibility for CLS or CLS Specialist based on experience. The position requires licensure, ability to work all shifts including weekends/holidays, and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• CLS licensure required or eligible.
• No prior experience required for CLS level; candidates with 2+ years may qualify for CLS Specialist level.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience with SoftLab LIS and Epic.
• Experience with Iris IChemIQ, GEM4000, TEG, and Roche Cobas.
• Generalist skills in Hematology and Chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Perform waived, moderate, and high complexity testing and evaluate results.
• Perform quality control procedures and preventive maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Provide timely laboratory services and quality customer service; act as a technical resource.
• Work in subspecialty areas: Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Microbiology, Blood Gas.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SoftLab LIS

Epic

Iris IChemIQ

GEM4000

TEG

Roche Cobas

Job description

Payroll Title: CLIN LAB SCI PD

Department: La Jolla Clinical Lab

Hiring Pay Scale: $59.52 / Hour

Worksite: Jacobs Medical Center

Appointment Type: Per Diem

Appointment Percent: 20%

Union: HX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Variable, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Sunday

#141287 (CLS) Clinical Lab Scientist / Spec, Per Diem

Filing Deadline: Tue 9/22/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs waived, moderate, and high complexity testing; evaluates test results; performs and evaluates quality control procedures; performs preventive maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting. Provides laboratory services in a timely manner and consistently delivers excellent customer service. Serves as a technical resource for customers and other staff. Adheres to all safety policies. Performs other related CLS functions as required.

The Rapid Response Lab provides services to Jacobs Medical Center, Moore’s Cancer, and other outpatient areas. A CLS performs patient testing and works in subspecialty areas of the laboratory: Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Blood Gas.

Depending on experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the CLS or CLS Specialist level.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS).
• No prior experience required for the CLS level; Candidates with Two (2) or more years of relevant experience may qualify for the CLS Specialist level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience with SoftLab LIS and Epic.
• Experience with the following automated instrumentation Iris IChem\IQ, GEM4000, TEG, and Roche Cobas.
• Generalist skills - Hematology / Chemistry

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime and at various locations as necessary in accordance with operational needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and a pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $124,278 - $124,278 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $59.52 - $59.52

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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