Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)

Open Healthcare

Gardena, CAFull-timePosted Mar 23, 2026

40–66 an hour

Behavioral Health Market Context

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Benefits

Health InsurancePaid Time OffDental Coverage

Job Description

t your health and wellness needs. OHUS specializes in esoteric clinical tests including allergy, molecular testing, and other custom assays with mass spectrometry. Learn more aboutOHUS at www.ohcus.com.

We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to join our team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about laboratory science and delivering accurate results for patient care. As our CLS, you will perform a variety of high-complexity tests in chemistry, immunology, hematology, urinalysis, and microbiology. You will ensure accuracy and quality by conducting QC/QA procedures, equipment maintenance, and test validation, while reporting results in compliance with laboratory standards and policies.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform high-complexity laboratory tests across Chemistry, Immunoassay, Hematology, and Molecular Diagnostics (e.g., PCR, RT-PCR, DNA sequencing)
• Analyze and interpret test results independently, preparing clear reports for physicians and healthcare professionals
• Conduct quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures, maintain instruments, and troubleshoot issues as needed
• Develop and validate new assays and optimize existing testing protocols
• Maintain an organized, safe, and compliant laboratory environment, following HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, and company safety standards
• Manage reagents, sample storage, and Send Out Programs, ensuring timely reordering and monitoring expiration dates
• Train, onboard, and provide guidance to lab assistants and technicians
• Collaborate with lab and office staff to ensure accurate and timely testing results

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• CLS license (California Clinical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent MLS (ASCP) certification
• Proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic health records
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work on-site in Gardena, CA

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• CLS license (California Clinical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent MLS (ASCP) certification (Required)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting
• Proven experience in high-complexity testing, molecular diagnostics, and laboratory instrumentation

SCHEDULE
• Variable shift availability, including weekends.

PERKS & BENEFITS
• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4% matching
• Paid vacation and sick time-off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible spending account

Check out our website to learn more about our company at www.ohcus.com.

The position responsibilities outlined above are intended to define the general contents and requirements to perform this job. It is not to be taken as a complete statement of responsibilities or requirements. This job description does not restrict the Company’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $66.00 per hour

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):
• 1. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit? For the purposes of this question, “sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit” includes, but is not limited to, “STEM Optional Practical Training, H-1B, L-1, O-1, and/or an E-3 visa petition, TN status, and ‘job flexibility benefits’ (also known as I-140 portability or Adjustment of Status portability) for long-delayed adjustment of status applications that have been pending for 180 days or longer.
• 2. Is the name listed on your resume your legal name?
• 3. If you answered No on previous question, could you please write your legal full name for our records? If you answered “yes” on the previous question, please respond N/A.
• 4. Are you currently authorized to work in the United States?
• 5. Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays. What hours are you available to work on Mondays? (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
• 6. Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays. What hours are you available to work on Tuesday? (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
• 7. Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays. What hours are you available to work on Wednesdays? (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
• 8. Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays. What hours are you available to work on Thursdays? (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
• 9. Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays. What hours are you available to work on Fridays? (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
• 10. Our laboratory operations start from 7:30am and end at 5:30pm on Saturdays. What hours are you available to work on Saturdays? (For example, 7:30am to 3:30pm)
• 11. Our laboratory operations start from 7:00am and end at 2:00pm on Sundays. What hours are you available to work on Sundays? (For example, 8:00am to 4:30pm)
• 12. By submitting your application, you are indicating that your minimum salary requirement is within the listed salary range in the job posting. Please indicate “Yes” below to acknowledge that your salary minimum requirement is within the listed salary range in the job posting.
• 13. What is your minimum salary requirement?
• 14. Could you please provide the name and number of your CLS License?

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • CLS license (California Clinical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent MLS (ASCP) certification
  • Proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic health records
  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to work on-site in Gardena, CA
  • CLS license (California Clinical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent MLS (ASCP) certification (Required)
  • For the purposes of this question, “sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit” includes, but is not limited to, “STEM Optional Practical Training, H-1B, L-1, O-1, and/or an E-3 visa petition, TN status, and ‘job flexibility benefits’ (also known as I-140 portability or Adjustment of Status portability) for long-delayed adjustment of status applications that have been pending for 180 days or longer

Benefits

  • Variable shift availability, including weekends
  • PERKS & BENEFITS
  • Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4% matching
  • Paid vacation and sick time-off
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible spending account
  • Pay: $40.00 - $66.00 per hour
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bereavement leave
  • Dental insurance
  • Free parking
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Responsibilities

  • This role is ideal for someone passionate about laboratory science and delivering accurate results for patient care
  • As our CLS, you will perform a variety of high-complexity tests in chemistry, immunology, hematology, urinalysis, and microbiology
  • You will ensure accuracy and quality by conducting QC/QA procedures, equipment maintenance, and test validation, while reporting results in compliance with laboratory standards and policies
  • Perform high-complexity laboratory tests across Chemistry, Immunoassay, Hematology, and Molecular Diagnostics (e.g., PCR, RT-PCR, DNA sequencing)
  • Analyze and interpret test results independently, preparing clear reports for physicians and healthcare professionals
  • Conduct quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures, maintain instruments, and troubleshoot issues as needed
  • Develop and validate new assays and optimize existing testing protocols
  • Maintain an organized, safe, and compliant laboratory environment, following HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, and company safety standards
  • Manage reagents, sample storage, and Send Out Programs, ensuring timely reordering and monitoring expiration dates
  • Train, onboard, and provide guidance to lab assistants and technicians
  • Collaborate with lab and office staff to ensure accurate and timely testing results
  • Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays
  • (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
  • Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays
  • (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
  • Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays
  • (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
  • Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays
  • (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
  • Our laboratory operations start from 6:00am and end at 10pm on the weekdays
  • (For example, 6:00am to 5:30pm; 6:00pm to 10:00pm)
  • 11. Our laboratory operations start from 7:00am and end at 2:00pm on Sundays
  • (For example, 8:00am to 4:30pm)


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