Clinical Laboratory Scientist Jobs
Clinical Laboratory Scientist jobs are open across hospital systems, independent reference labs, blood banks, and public health agencies, at every level from new-grad to laboratory supervisor, with specializations in hematology, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS
Job Summary and Qualifications
Performs and demonstrates proficiency and understanding of the procedures in one or more areas of the Clinical Laboratory. Obtains specimens, prepares and/or maintains reagents and supplies, and calibrates and maintains equipment. Adheres to policies and procedures as directed by the Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist and Administrative Director. Clinical Laboratory Scientist may be assigned additional responsibilities as deemed appropriate by Administrative Director or by dictum of position.
What qualifications you will need:
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Must be licensed by the State of California as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
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BA or BS degree as required by California Law
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1 year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in an acute care licensed facility is preferred.
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New graduates will be considered after a successful passage of California State Board Exam
Benefits
Riverside Community Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Founded in 1901, Riverside Community Hospital is a 542-bed full-service acute care hospital. We are in the heart of the Inland Empire and house the largest Emergency Room and Level I Trauma Center in the region and are one of Riverside County's only STEMI (heart attack) receiving centers. We are also a fully accredited Chest Pain Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our centers of excellence includes the HeartCare Institute, which offers invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures, and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.
Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS
Job Summary and Qualifications
Performs and demonstrates proficiency and understanding of the procedures in one or more areas of the Clinical Laboratory. Obtains specimens, prepares and/or maintains reagents and supplies, and calibrates and maintains equipment. Adheres to policies and procedures as directed by the Supervising Clinical Laboratory Scientist and Administrative Director. Clinical Laboratory Scientist may be assigned additional responsibilities as deemed appropriate by Administrative Director or by dictum of position.
What qualifications you will need:
-
Must be licensed by the State of California as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
-
BA or BS degree as required by California Law
-
1 year of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in an acute care licensed facility is preferred.
-
New graduates will be considered after a successful passage of California State Board Exam
Benefits
Riverside Community Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Founded in 1901, Riverside Community Hospital is a 542-bed full-service acute care hospital. We are in the heart of the Inland Empire and house the largest Emergency Room and Level I Trauma Center in the region and are one of Riverside County's only STEMI (heart attack) receiving centers. We are also a fully accredited Chest Pain Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our centers of excellence includes the HeartCare Institute, which offers invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures, and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Clinical Laboratory Scientist CLS opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Who's Hiring
- BayCare Health System16
- US Department of Veterans Affairs14
- Kaiser Permanente12
- Sutter Health10
- US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA10U
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services25
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals5
- Education2
- Technology & Software2
- Medical Devices1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical laboratory scientist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related biological science
- ASCP Board of Certification (MLS or CLT) or eligibility to sit for the exam
- Hands-on experience with hematology, chemistry, microbiology, blood bank, and urinalysis testing
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems such as Epic Beaker, Cerner, or Meditech
- State licensure where required, including California CLS license or New York State certification
- Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as required by department staffing
Tips for Your Clinical Laboratory Scientist Job Search
List every certification and ASCP specialty
Applicants who list their ASCP Board of Certification credentials, specialty certificates like ASCP SH or M(ASCP), and state licensure details prominently get screened in faster. Put certifications in a dedicated section near the top, not buried at the bottom.
Quantify your analyzer and instrument experience
Hiring managers want to know which specific platforms you've run, such as the Sysmex XN series or Roche cobas systems. Name the instruments and the volume of specimens you processed, so your bench experience reads as concrete rather than general.
Target listings by shift type early
Many clinical laboratory scientist openings are for nights, weekends, or rotating shifts that get posted and filled quickly. Filter by shift type when you search so you don't spend time on openings your schedule can't accommodate.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical laboratory scientist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a competency walkthrough for interviews
Interviewers in clinical labs often ask you to walk through how you'd handle a critical value, a QC failure, or an instrument malfunction. Practice a clear, step-by-step response for each scenario before your first phone screen, not just before the on-site.
Negotiate your float and call obligations upfront
Before accepting an offer, ask specifically about float requirements across departments, on-call frequency, and holiday rotation. These terms vary widely between institutions and affect day-to-day workload more than base pay alone.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical laboratory scientists?
The companies hiring the most clinical laboratory scientists right now include BayCare Health System, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Kaiser Permanente, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large health systems and national reference laboratory networks consistently account for the bulk of active postings.
How many clinical laboratory scientist jobs are remote?
About 7% of clinical laboratory scientist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most bench roles. Remote opportunities are most common in laboratory informatics, pathology coding, LIS implementation, and quality management positions that don't require direct specimen handling.
How do you become a clinical laboratory scientist?
You complete a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a closely related science, which includes a clinical practicum at an accredited training site. After graduating, you sit for the ASCP MLS(ASCP) certification exam. Some states, including California and New York, also require a separate state license before you can practice independently.
Can you get hired as a clinical laboratory scientist with little experience?
Yes, many hospital systems hire new graduates into clinical laboratory scientist roles, especially for overnight and weekend shifts that are harder to fill. Completing your clinical rotations at a high-volume facility and earning your ASCP certification before applying strengthens your application considerably. Some employers also offer CLS trainee or extern programs designed specifically for candidates who are awaiting licensure results.
What does the clinical laboratory scientist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a recruiter phone screen focused on your certification status, shift availability, and department experience. A follow-up interview with the lab manager or medical director typically includes scenario questions about quality control, critical value reporting, and instrument troubleshooting. Some facilities add a bench competency assessment or a tour of the department before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to clinical laboratory scientist jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical laboratory scientist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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