Per Diem Clinical Lab Scientist- Corelab Irvine- Night Shift

UCI Health Regional Burn Center; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health Regional Burn Center in Irvine, CA seeks a Per Diem Laboratory Specialist to perform a wide range of tests using manual and automated methods. You will procure specimens, analyze data, and report results to support diagnosis and treatment across our hospital system.

The role requires a CA CLS license, strong English communication, and the ability to handle varying shifts while maintaining accuracy and speed in a busy health environment.

Qualifications

• Must provide excellent customer service and clear communication in English.
• Flexible to work variable shifts and overtime as required.
• Willingness to testify in court regarding testing activities if subpoenaed.
• Knowledge of University/medical center policies and forms.
• Current CA CLS license and valid credentials.
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to workload and workload pressure.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships within the health system.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of laboratory tests by manual methods or automated devices.
• Procures specimens, analyzes data, and reports results for clinical use.

Skills

Customer service

Shift flexibility

Testify in court

Policy knowledge

English communication

Work pace management

Interpersonal skills

Education

CA CLS License

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job description

Who We Are

UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.

Compensation & Location

• Per Diem
• Irvine, California
• USD $71.40/Hr.

Position Summary

Performs a wide variety of laboratory tests by manual methods or use of various automated, mechanical or electronic devices. Performs the full range of duties from specimen procurement through data analysis and reporting, in order to provide data for use in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of disease in all areas of the lab. Is accountable for accurate results.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
• Must be willing to work variable shifts and overtime as required
• Must be willing to testify in court regarding testing activities if subpoenaed
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Current CA CLS License
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System

Licenses And Certifications

• Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Total Rewards

We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions Of Employment

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization