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The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs a variety of standardized and highly specialized Biochemical, Hematological, Microbiological and Blood Banking, etc. analysis in the Clinical Laboratory. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the accuracy, reliability and timeliness of patient test results used for the diagnosis, management and treatment of patients.
Essential Duties
- Performs a variety of manual, semi-automated and automated Biochemical, Hematological, Microbiological and/or Blood Bank analysis on varied patient specimens, maintaining a high degree of accuracy, reliability and productivity.
- Recognizes normal, abnormal, unusual and critical results and takes appropriate action as established by laboratory policy, including appropriate considerations for the age of the patient.
- Demonstrates proficiency in clerical and computer functions, for communicating results and for carrying out additional clinical and clerical duties to meet the needs of the Department.
- Assures results are available within defined TAT guidelines.
- Communicates and interacts effectively with co-workers, guests of the Institution and hospital clinical staff.
- Maintains professional growth and development.
- Participates in the Department’s Quality Assurance Program and continuing education sessions.
- Help monitor supply levels, communicating with the supervisor for supplies that are needed, assisting in monitoring inventory, as assigned
- Assists in training personnel.
- Functions independently in performing responsibilities, organizing and prioritizing work, assisting others when work is caught up.
- Adheres to Safety / Infection Control guidelines using personal protective equipment as required
- Willingness to take on new tasks and additional responsibilities
- Displays flexibility to cover the lab in emergencies and difficult staffing situations
- Obtains specimens from designated patients as necessary.
- Adheres to established Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures.
- Possesses both a theoretical and working knowledge of all procedures and instrumentation in assigned areas. Understands the clinical significance of each test performed.
- Identifies and correct problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results. Adheres to, performs and documents all calibration, maintenance and quality control as required according to the laboratory policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Req Bachelor’s Degree Degree in Related field
- Req Specialized/technical training Training for California Clinical Laboratory Scientist or California Specialty (Limited) License
- Req 1 year Prior experience and/or CLS training to include: specialized and complex analysis, quality control, calibration, QC evaluation, inventory control, preventative maintenance, and quality improvement related to Clinical Laboratory field.
- Pref 1 year Point of Care Experience
- Req Organization/time management skills.
- Req Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Req Well-developed planning, marketing, organizational development, and business skills.
- Req The ability to work with physicians, staff and professionals in multiple settings and locations and to promote diversity in the workplace.
- Req Sensitivity for and understanding of academic disciplines and issues.
- Req Knowledge of GMP (good manufacturing practice in accordance with FDA, AABB, and State requirements.
- Req Knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
- Req Clinical Laboratory Scientist - CLS OR Limited license from the State of California.
- Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
- Pref Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Microbiology (ASCP)
Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials. The hourly rate range for this position is $47.84 - $79.11. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs a variety of standardized and highly specialized Biochemical, Hematological, Microbiological and Blood Banking, etc. analysis in the Clinical Laboratory. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the accuracy, reliability and timeliness of patient test results used for the diagnosis, management and treatment of patients.
Essential Duties
- Performs a variety of manual, semi-automated and automated Biochemical, Hematological, Microbiological and/or Blood Bank analysis on varied patient specimens, maintaining a high degree of accuracy, reliability and productivity.
- Recognizes normal, abnormal, unusual and critical results and takes appropriate action as established by laboratory policy, including appropriate considerations for the age of the patient.
- Demonstrates proficiency in clerical and computer functions, for communicating results and for carrying out additional clinical and clerical duties to meet the needs of the Department.
- Assures results are available within defined TAT guidelines.
- Communicates and interacts effectively with co-workers, guests of the Institution and hospital clinical staff.
- Maintains professional growth and development.
- Participates in the Department’s Quality Assurance Program and continuing education sessions.
- Help monitor supply levels, communicating with the supervisor for supplies that are needed, assisting in monitoring inventory, as assigned
- Assists in training personnel.
- Functions independently in performing responsibilities, organizing and prioritizing work, assisting others when work is caught up.
- Adheres to Safety / Infection Control guidelines using personal protective equipment as required
- Willingness to take on new tasks and additional responsibilities
- Displays flexibility to cover the lab in emergencies and difficult staffing situations
- Obtains specimens from designated patients as necessary.
- Adheres to established Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures.
- Possesses both a theoretical and working knowledge of all procedures and instrumentation in assigned areas. Understands the clinical significance of each test performed.
- Identifies and correct problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results. Adheres to, performs and documents all calibration, maintenance and quality control as required according to the laboratory policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Req Bachelor’s Degree Degree in Related field
- Req Specialized/technical training Training for California Clinical Laboratory Scientist or California Specialty (Limited) License
- Req 1 year Prior experience and/or CLS training to include: specialized and complex analysis, quality control, calibration, QC evaluation, inventory control, preventative maintenance, and quality improvement related to Clinical Laboratory field.
- Pref 1 year Point of Care Experience
- Req Organization/time management skills.
- Req Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Req Well-developed planning, marketing, organizational development, and business skills.
- Req The ability to work with physicians, staff and professionals in multiple settings and locations and to promote diversity in the workplace.
- Req Sensitivity for and understanding of academic disciplines and issues.
- Req Knowledge of GMP (good manufacturing practice in accordance with FDA, AABB, and State requirements.
- Req Knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
- Req Clinical Laboratory Scientist - CLS OR Limited license from the State of California.
- Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
- Pref Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Microbiology (ASCP)
Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials. The hourly rate range for this position is $47.84 - $79.11. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in point of care testing jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, or a related field
- Knowledge of CLIA regulations and waived and non-waived testing compliance requirements
- Experience with point of care instrument operation, maintenance, and quality control procedures
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLT, or equivalent credential from ASCP or AMT
- Proficiency in training and assessing staff competency across multiple testing sites or departments
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems and POCT data management software
Tips for Your Point Of Care Testing Job Search
Highlight your CLIA waiver experience
Recruiters screening point of care testing resumes look hard for CLIA waiver compliance experience. Call it out explicitly in your summary and under each relevant role, naming the specific test categories you oversaw and the volume of testing sites you supported.
List every analyzer platform you know
Hiring managers filter for instrument familiarity before interviews begin. Name every POCT analyzer you've operated or validated, including Abbott i-STAT, Roche cobas, and Quidel Sofia, directly in your skills section so your resume clears keyword screens.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists point of care testing openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles that match your scope
Point of care testing roles post under several titles, including POCT coordinator, clinical laboratory specialist, and point of care supervisor. Search each variant separately so you don't miss openings that match your experience but use a different title.
Prepare a competency validation scenario
Interviewers almost always ask how you've handled staff competency assessments or a failed proficiency testing event. Walk through one concrete example, naming the corrective action you took, the timeline, and the outcome, so your answer is specific rather than theoretical.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate title
In point of care testing, the number of sites and test systems you oversee shapes your day more than your job title does. Before accepting an offer, confirm the site count, whether new instrument rollouts are planned, and who owns regulatory correspondence.
Point Of Care Testing Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most point of care testings?
The most active employers for point of care testings right now are SGMC Health, ECU Health, and Duke Health, and the most openings are in Georgia, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health systems and large hospital networks tend to post the highest volume of openings because they manage POCT programs across multiple facilities.
How many point of care testing jobs are remote?
About 0% of point of care testing openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most of those roles falling in program coordination, regulatory compliance consulting, and POCT informatics rather than hands-on clinical positions. Roles that require direct instrument oversight or staff training are almost always on-site.
How do you become a point of care testing?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a closely related field. Gain hands-on laboratory experience, then pursue certification through ASCP or AMT. Build familiarity with CLIA regulations and common POCT analyzers through entry-level lab roles. Many coordinators move into POCT-specific positions after working as medical laboratory technicians or scientists in a hospital setting.
How do you get hired in point of care testing with little experience?
Entry-level candidates do best by emphasizing any clinical laboratory coursework, phlebotomy experience, or externship rotations where they handled quality control or instrument operation. Volunteering to assist with competency training or proficiency testing events at a current employer, even informally, gives you concrete talking points. Earning your MLT certification before applying strengthens your candidacy significantly against candidates with similar experience levels.
What does the point of care testing interview process look like?
Most POCT interviews include a phone screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with the laboratory director, a clinical manager, and sometimes a compliance officer. Expect scenario-based questions on handling a failed quality control result, managing a non-compliant testing site, and training clinical staff who resist protocol changes. Some employers add a writing exercise or ask you to review a mock competency assessment form.
Where can I find and apply to point of care testing jobs?
You can find and apply to point of care testing jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing.
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