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Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) – Generalist
Location: Lancaster, CA
Facility: Leading Healthcare Organization in California
Job Type: Full-Time / Onsite (Contract-to-Hire Potential)
Summary:
We’re seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) – Generalist to join a dynamic urgent care lab in Lancaster, CA. This role involves performing a broad range of diagnostic tests across multiple disciplines in a fast-paced clinical setting. Ideal for adaptable professionals who thrive in collaborative environments and are comfortable covering multiple benches.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform testing in Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, and Parasitology
- Operate and maintain lab instruments and equipment
- Conduct quality control procedures and ensure regulatory compliance
- Analyze and interpret test results with accuracy and timeliness
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to support patient care
- Assist in training and onboarding of new staff and students
- Flexibly cover multiple lab areas as needed
Serology-Specific Duties:
- Conduct infectious disease testing (HIV, Hepatitis, Syphilis, COVID-19)
- Run autoimmune panels and titer testing
- Utilize ELISA and chemiluminescence platforms
- Interpret antigen-antibody interactions and troubleshoot discrepancies
Schedule & Structure:
- Training Period: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8/9 AM–5 PM (2–6 weeks)
- Coverage Needs: Full-time hours expected due to staff LOAs
- Shifts: 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM, 3x/week or more
- Evening & Weekend Coverage: High demand across 7 days
- On-Call: Monthly scheduling
- Open to: Full-time and part-time candidates
Qualifications:
- Valid California CLS license
- Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field
- 1–2 years of experience preferred (acute care hospital setting ideal)
- New grads considered if highly adaptable and knowledgeable
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Lab Environment:
- Small urgent care lab supporting ambulatory and outpatient specialties
- Moderate volume: 400 specimens/day, 300,000/month
- No tissue specimens
- Flexibility to cover 2–3 benches as needed
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $50 - $60
