Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Laboratory - Per Diem Night Shift; Non Union

Overview

The Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs a variety of standardized and highly specialized Biochemical, Hematological, Microbiological and Blood Banking analyses in the Clinical Laboratory. He/she is responsible for the accuracy, reliability and timeliness of patient test results used for the diagnosis, management and treatment of patients.

• Perform standardized and highly specialized analyses in Biochemical, Hematological, Microbiological and Blood Banking areas as part of routine and complex testing in the Clinical Laboratory.
• Ensure accuracy, reliability and timeliness of patient test results used for diagnosis, management and treatment.

• Minimum Education: Bachelor of Arts or Science and/or equivalent training for California Clinical Laboratory Scientist or California Specialty (Limited) License.
• Minimum Experience/Knowledge: Minimum 1 year preferred experience to include specialized and complex analysis, computer experience, quality control, calibration, QC evaluation, inventory control, preventative maintenance, and quality improvement. Minimum 1 year experience for CLS license and 2 years for a Limited license.
• Required License/Certification: Valid Clinical Lab Scientist license or Limited license from the State of California. ASCP certification preferred but not required.

As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services.

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 $46.00 - $76.00. 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.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Job REQ Posted Date 01/06/2026

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