Travel Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS)
Orange, CA
Care Career
4x10 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,604/weekOverview
- Start Date08/24/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Profession: Laboratory
Specialty: Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Blood Bank)
Job Title: Travel Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Blood Bank) – Nights
Location: California
Shift: 4x10 Nights (9:30 PM – 7:30 AM)
Duration: 13 Weeks
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) – Blood Bank for a 13-week travel assignment at a 426-bed Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center in California. This is a high-volume Blood Bank position requiring an experienced traveler who can work independently on night shift.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Clinical Laboratory Scientist experience
- Recent Blood Bank experience (within the last 2 years) – Required
- Blood Bank travel experience (multiple travel assignments preferred)
- Experience in a 300+ bed acute care hospital
- Level I Trauma Center experience required
- Epic experience required
- Blood Bank software experience required
- Ability to work independently on night shift
- California CLS License (if applicable)
- ASCP-BB certification required
Preferred Qualifications
- Teaching hospital experience
- WellSky experience
- Immucor instrumentation experience
- Clinical Immunohematology Science certification
Schedule
- 4x10 Night Shifts
- 9:30 PM – 7:30 AM (may flex to 8:00 PM start)
- Rotating weekends and holidays
Facility Highlights
- 426-bed Magnet-designated Acute Care Hospital
- Level I Trauma Center
- High-volume Blood Bank
- Epic Beaker charting
- Free parking
Skills
- ABO/Rh & Antibody Identification
- Type & Screen
- Crossmatch (AHG, Electronic, Immediate Spin)
- Direct & Indirect Coombs
- Antigen/Antibody Typing
- Transfusion Reaction Workups
- Blood Component Preparation
- Blood Product Storage & Handling
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Additional Information
- First-time travelers not accepted
- Rotating weekends and holiday coverage required
- Local candidates within 50 miles may be considered at a local rate
- RTO must be submitted with the application
Employer
Care Career
Pros
Nick is always very respectful and really helpful. He is very responsive and understanding of my time . I highly recommend Nick and this agency . They are very knowledgeable and a professional work environment. Thank you
Cons
None
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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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