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Clinical Lab Scientist - Contract - Orange, CA

VitalHire·Orange, California

$60 - $60/hr·Contract·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 17 days ago
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About the role

Perform moderate- and high-complexity laboratory testing while ensuring accuracy through verification and quality control. Maintain laboratory instrumentation and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.

Profession

  • Laboratory
  • Specialty:
  • Clinical
  • Lab
  • Scientist
  • Location:
  • Orange,
  • CA
  • Facility: Acute Care Hospital, MAGNET!
  • Job
  • Type:
  • Local
  • Contract
  • Hourly
  • Pay
  • Rate: $60
  • Shift: 40 hrs, night shift
  • Duration: 13 weeks contract
  • Experience
  • Required: 2 years of experience
  • License
  • Required:
  • State license
  • Certifications
  • Required:
  • ASCP-BB,
  • Clin
  • Immunohem
  • Sci
  • First-timers accepted:
  • NO
  • On
  • Call
  • Req: NO Skills Required:

Responsibilities

Perform moderate- and high-complexity laboratory testing in accordance with established policies and procedures. Analyze and verify test results with a high degree of accuracy. Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instrumentation. Perform quality control and quality assurance procedures. Troubleshoot equipment and resolve technical issues. Follow all CAP, CLIA, OSHA, and hospital regulatory standards. Collaborate with pathologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care. Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and records.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience, a state license, and ASCP-BB or Clin Immunohem Sci certifications. Candidates must be able to adhere to CAP, CLIA, and OSHA regulatory standards.

  • professional certificate
  • Quality Control
  • Quality Assurance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Instrumentation Calibration
  • Patient Care Collaboration
  • Laboratory Documentation

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$60 - $60/hr
Location
Orange, California
Posted
Jul 11, 2026
Application
Employer website
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IndustryStaffing and Recruiting
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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California contract lab roles stay competitive

Clinical lab scientist contract roles in California often draw steady interest because hospitals and reference labs need licensed staff who can work under CAP, CLIA, and OSHA standards. These positions are competitive when employers require a state license plus ASCP-BB or Clinical Immunohematology Science certification, along with at least 2 years of experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your license, certification, and recent compliance experience before applying.

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