Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, Generalist - Core Laboratory (Per Diem) ( Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology)



Eligible for sign-on bonus of $2,500


Join the transformative team at City of Hope , where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities is Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.



About City of Hope Orange County


City of Hope Orange County is transforming cancer treatment by bringing world-class expertise and specialized care closer to home. Supported by a regional network of care, our 11-acre academic cancer campus in Irvine is home to City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, our outpatient cancer center, and Orange County's only cancer specialty hospital, opening in late 2025.


With the opening of the hospital, the full continuum of advanced cancer care-from prevention through survivorship-will be available in Orange County for the first time, eliminating the need to travel for lifesaving treatment. Seamlessly connected to our outpatient cancer center, the new clinical research hospital will feature 73 inpatient beds, advanced surgical suites, groundbreaking clinical trials, and holistic services such as rehabilitative therapy and spiritual care. This isn't standard cancer care. This is lifesaving cancer care. This is Hope.


In this role, we are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II to join our growing team! You will be responsible for preparing specimens and conducting clinical laboratory procedures, ranging from waived to high complexity, while ensuring strict adherence to regulatory guidelines such as SOPs, FACT, AABB, ACHI, CAP, FDA, and Joint Commission standards. This position offers a sign-on bonus and presents an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals in the field.



This is a Night shift position; 10:00pm - 06:30am (hours may vary); initial training hours may be conducted during day shift hours. Eligible for Night shift differential.



Additional Note: This position requires flexibility to accommodate varying patient needs. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. On-call responsibilities and mandatory overtime may also be necessary.



As a successful candidate, you will:

• Perform a variety of complex laboratory tests and procedures according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules. Completes procedures within established turnaround times
• Perform quality control procedures including preventive maintenance, calibrations, review of controls, and records data on appropriate forms . Support and participate in the Quality Assurance efforts and Performance Improvement process.
• Utilize standard laboratory equipment, and records and checks result for completeness and accuracy. Performs data entry of diagnostic information.
• EPIC Beaker experience (highly preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree; Military applicants without a Bachelor's degree with the approval of CDPH-LFS (California Department of Public Health - Laboratory Field Services)
• Minimum 2 years as a certified or licensed clinical laboratory scientist
• California Clinical Laboratory Scientist ( Highly Preferred: CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) - MTA)
• Hourly Per Diem Pay rate: $66.62 / hr
  • Note: For candidates with <2 years of experiences, may be considered for Clinical Laboratory Scientist I (Hourly Rate: $60.56/hr)