Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Mission Viejo, CA
3B Healthcare Inc.
5x8 hrs, Nights
Relocation Bonus

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) – Blood Bank / Hematology / Chemistry

Location: Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Unit: Clinical Laboratory
Contract Length: 13 Weeks with possible extension
Start Date: 06/02/2026
Shift Details: 5x8hrs- Night (23:00 – 07:30)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) for its acute care clinical laboratory department. This role requires strong Blood Bank experience in a high-acuity trauma hospital environment with frequent massive transfusion cases. The CLS will support hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, and transfusion services while ensuring accurate laboratory testing and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Blood Bank testing including ABO/Rh typing, antibody screening, antibody identification, and crossmatching
• Conduct hematology, coagulation, chemistry, and urinalysis testing procedures
• Perform transfusion reaction workups and maintain Blood Bank documentation accuracy
• Operate and maintain laboratory analyzers and instrumentation
• Process and analyze specimens according to laboratory protocols and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate patient records and laboratory documentation in Epic EMR
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, infection control, and laboratory safety procedures

Requirements

• Active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License required
• Minimum 2 years of Clinical Laboratory Scientist experience required
• Strong Blood Bank experience required, especially with massive transfusion protocols
• Experience in Hematology, Chemistry, and Blood Bank strongly preferred
• BLS certification required
• ASCP certification preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Previous travel experience required