Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Company: Actalent
Location: San Marcos
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Clinical Laboratory
Scientist Job Description The Clinical Laboratory Scientist
performs pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phase
testing of various complexities, including specialized tests and
analysis in areas such as Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical
Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, Parasitology,
and chemical and morphological examinations. The role involves
obtaining data for diagnostic use and recording laboratory test
results. Responsibilities Perform and report test results for all
clinical laboratory procedures, both automated and manual, without
immediate review. Demonstrate proficiency, competency, and
understanding of fundamental principles of clinical laboratory
procedures with minimal supervision. Monitor and be accountable for
test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive
maintenance, proficiency testing, and all operations related to
laboratory testing procedures. Notify supervisory team of any
irregularities or factors that may influence test results.
Troubleshoot equipment and test methods. Monitor supplies and
reagents, notifying appropriate parties when necessary. Perform
clerical duties or phlebotomy on inpatients and outpatients, as
needed. Essential Skills Phlebotomy Inpatient specimen processing
Generalist License CLIA compliance Automated and manual testing
Additional Skills & Qualifications Clinical Laboratory Scientist
License (California) Ideally a Generalist license High School
Education or GED required Work Environment This position involves
working varied hours, including weekends, with 12-hour shifts. It
is an on-call position created due to higher volume and the need
for more coverage. Professional attire or scrubs are required. The
schedule may include shifts during the weeks of 2/22-2/28, 3/1-3/7,
and 3/8-3/14, and candidates must be available and committed to
these dates. Benefits include access to resources like Abenity,
Care Roadmap, and Udemy. Job Type & Location This is a Contract
position based out of San Marcos, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay
range for this position is $150.00 - $150.00/hr. Eligibility
requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to
change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program
terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role
may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical
Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax
and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance
(Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short
and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) •
Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time
Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a
fully onsite position in San Marcos,CA. Application Deadline This
position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026. About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services
and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their
engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized
experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a
network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients
across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of
the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and
will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age,
color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any
characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a
reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of
the job application process or interviewing due to a disability,
please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other
accommodation options.
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