Travel Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)

Talented Medical Solutions; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions in California is seeking a skilled medical laboratory technologist to perform a wide range of tests and ensure specimen integrity from collection to processing.

The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and collaboration with clinicians, with opportunities to train junior staff and contribute to quality assurance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Lab Science, or biological/chemical sciences.
• 3+ years of clinical lab experience preferred.
• ASCP or NCA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of lab tests across chemistry, hematology, blood bank, microbiology, and more.
• Review and validate test results for accuracy and clinical relevance.
• Ensure specimen integrity from collection to labeling and processing.
• Maintain QC/QA documentation and HIPAA/safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot and maintain lab equipment and instrumentation.
• Communicate critical results promptly to clinicians.
• Train junior staff when needed and share best practices.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

HIPAA compliance

Staff training

Education

Medical Technology / Clinical Lab Science / Biological or Chemical Sciences

Tools

ASCP/NCA certification

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of lab tests (chemistry, hematology, blood bank, microbiology, etc.)
• Review and validate test result
• Ensure specimen integrity (collection, labeling, processing)
• Maintain QC/QA documentation and compliance (HIPAA, safety protocols)
• Troubleshoot and maintain lab equipment
• Communicate critical results to clinicians
• Train junior staff when needed

Requirements

Required:

• Medical Technology / Clinical Lab Science / Biological or Chemical Sciences

Preferred:

• 3+ years clinical lab experience
• ASCP or NCA certification
• Strong blood bank experience (including tube method)