Clinical Lab Scientist - Blood Bank
Orange, CA
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus
$2,023/weekOverview
- Start Date09/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingClinic
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Clinical Lab Scientist (Blood Bank) – Orange, CA 92868
Start Date: September 15, 2026
Location: Orange County, California
Schedule: Night shift, 4x10-hour shifts (9:30 PM - 7:30 AM, with potential flex to 8:00 PM start time as needed). Rotating weekends and holidays required. Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays.
Highlights:
- 426-bed acute care Magnet-designated hospital with Trauma Level I designation
- High-volume blood bank environment processing 30-50 samples per day with extensive type/screen and crossmatch procedures
- Independent night shift role requiring confidence and strong clinical judgment
- Epic Beaker charting system with modern blood bank software and Immucor instrumentation
- Free parking and comprehensive orientation program
- 13-week travel assignment with competitive compensation package
Requirements:
- ASCP-BB or ACP-BB certification required; Clinical Immunohematology Scientist certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of recent/current blood bank experience (within past 2 years) required
- Seasoned travel experience in blood bank settings required – multiple travel assignments preferred
- Large hospital experience (300+ beds) required
- Trauma Level I experience required; teaching hospital experience preferred
- Epic experience required; blood bank software experience (any system) required
- Experience with Wellsky and Immucor instrumentation preferred
- Valid California Clinical Lab Scientist license or compact license in hand at time of submission
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during night shifts
- Must provide daytime Pacific Time interview availability at time of application
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced blood bank traveler to join a prestigious Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Orange County. You'll work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment that will challenge and enhance your clinical skills while enjoying the professional support of a teaching hospital setting. The position offers competitive travel compensation, free parking, and the chance to work with state-of-the-art laboratory technology in one of Southern California's premier healthcare facilities.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Orange, CA
As a Travel Clinical Laboratory Scientist in Orange, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Orange, CA is higher than the national average.
- Wages may be higher to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 85°F and winter lows around 45°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
- Orange, CA is car-friendly with good freeway access.
- Public transportation options are available within the city and to neighboring areas.
- The population is diverse with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the warm climate.
- There is a substantial population of travel nurses in Orange, CA.
- Plenty of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues can be found in Orange.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local parks and golf courses, and outdoor activities are popular due to the city's proximity to beaches and hiking trails.
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