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Cedars-Sinai

CLS II - Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Full Time - Day Shift - Marina Hospital

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A Medical Research Scientist conducts research with the goal of understanding diseases and improving human health. May study biology and causes of health problems, assess effectiveness of treatments or develop new pharmaceutical products. May direct clinical trials to gather data..

$98,896 / year median in California

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CLS II
  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist
  • Full Time
  • Day Shift
  • Marina Hospital Cedars-Sinai
  • 4.1 Marina del Rey, CA Job Details Full-time $49.91
  • $77.
36 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Clinical Laboratory Scientist License Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Job
ID 18321
Location Marina del Rey, California, United States Job Category Pathology / Laboratory Date posted 07/16/2026 Job Description The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II (CLS II) is responsible for performing waived, moderate, and high-complexity laboratory testing, as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), across one or more sections of the clinical laboratory for patients of all ages. This role ensures that all laboratory procedures are performed accurately, independently, and in a timely manner, adhering strictly to established policies and procedures to maintain 100% compliance with Quality Control protocols for control testing and result validation. The CLS II also performs instrument maintenance, manages inventory, provides training to new staff as needed, addresses operational issues and complaints, and communicates effectively with physicians, colleagues, and laboratory leadership. Additionally, the CLS II contributes to the implementation of new procedures and participates in the evaluation and integration of new laboratory instruments.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree in a biological science, chemistry, medical technology, or related science (minimum). Master's Degree Master's Degree in a biological science, chemistry, medical technology, or related science (preferred).
Experience:
Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience (required).
Licenses and Certifications:
Current CLS licensure in the State of California (required). American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB) Board of Registry certification or equivalent (preferred). Req
ID 18321
Working Title CLS II
  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist
  • Full Time
  • Day Shift
  • Marina Hospital Department Clinical Laboratory Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Marina Hospital Job Category Pathology / Laboratory Job Specialty Laboratory Overtime Status
NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift Day Shift Duration 8 hour Base Pay $49.91
  • $77.36 Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve
  • because that's what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Our compensation philosophy We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base pay range shown generally applies to the greater Los Angeles area and may vary based on work location. Our range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including knowledge/skills: relevant experience and training, education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. The base pay range does not include any incentive payments that may be applicable to a role. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision (PDF) . Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.