(CLS) Clinical Lab Scientist / Spec, Per Diem - 141287 University of California - San Diego Medical Centers United States, California, San Diego 9300 Campus Point Drive (Show on map) Sep 08, 2026

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).