Quest Diagnostics·San Buenaventura (Ventura), California
The role involves performing clinical laboratory testing within the RRL Operations department. The scientist will work a second shift schedule to support patient diagnostics.
Clinical Lab Scientist I - WD - Ventura, CA
RRL - Operations
$47.75 - $53.10 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
As the world’s leading clinical laboratory, Quest Diagnostics played a central role in the national response to COVID-19. Our nearly 50,000 employees banded together to support each other and the thousands of patients we serve every day. We prioritized the health and safety of our frontline workers, enabled timely and effective decision-making and collaborated with each other across functions.
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
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Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science in medical technology or biological sciences and a current California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license. Zero to three years of direct laboratory experience is required.
Market context
Clinical Laboratory Scientist I roles in California are typically in steady demand because hospitals and labs need licensed staff to support testing, quality control, and turnaround times. These positions are competitive because employers usually require a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license plus a relevant science degree, and the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your license status and match your coursework and lab experience to the posting.