$99,008–$162,656 Per Year
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Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.
Overview:
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (10-hour shifts), with rotating Saturdays.
Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Diagnostic Immunology and Flow Cytometry Laboratory is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II (CLS II) to join a highly specialized and collaborative team. Our testing menu is diverse and dynamic, supporting advanced diagnostics across multiple disciplines. This role contributes to a broad scope of laboratory testing, including:
- Allergy, autoimmune, and infectious disease serologies
- Hemoglobinopathies
- Routine and esoteric immunophenotyping
- Leukemia and lymphoma diagnostics
- Minimal Residual Disease (MRD) testing using flow cytometry
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II performs a variety of standard and complex laboratory procedures across one or more clinical laboratory disciplines, exercising independent judgment and initiative in daily operations.
The CLS II functions as a licensed laboratory professional, contributing both technical expertise and mentorship within a fast-paced, highly specialized diagnostic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct and interpret moderate- to high-complexity laboratory testing in accordance with established protocols
- Communicate technical findings and general updates to leadership, including managers, directors, and medical staff
- Serve as a technical resource for Clinical Lab Technicians and other staff
- Support training by providing instruction on laboratory theory, procedures, and applications
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including California Business and Professions Code, CLIA, and other governing agencies
Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:
Required:
- 2 to 5 years of relevant clinical experience with at least 1 year in the area of specialty.
Preferred:
- Experience with flow cytometry testing, CERNER EMR system, immunoassays, and clinical laboratory quality assurance.
- ASCP Board of Registry certification as Medical Technologist, or other specialty.
- Basic Microsoft Excel skills
Education/Licensure/Certifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree meeting California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Laboratory Field Services academic requirements.
- Active California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) License
Pay Scale Information:
CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.
Posting Range:
$99,008.00-$162,656.00
Location/Org Data : Closing:
CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.
Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.
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