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Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist

Providence Health & Services
life insurance, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, California, Orange
Apr 10, 2026

Description

Under the direction of a Supervisor, the Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Lead CLS) utilizes professional knowledge, skills and judgment to perform a variety of technical, clerical, physical and quality assurance functions. The Lead CLS works independently, oversees the day to day operation of the division, supports leadership of the division and accepts responsibility for special projects/activities as agreed upon with the supervisor and/or manager.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at St. J oseph Hospital Of Orangeand thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:



  • Bachelor's Degree - Science.
  • California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License California upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Chemist Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Immunohematologist Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Microbiologist Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Toxicologist Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Cytogeneticist Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Hematology Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist License upon hire or,
  • California Clinical Laboratory Scientist Biochemistry Special License upon hire.
  • 1 year - Experience as a CLS.


Preferred Qualifications:



  • ASCP certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire.


Why Join Providence ?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Requsition ID: 425040

Company: Providence Jobs

Job Category: Clinical Laboratory

Job Function: Clinical Care

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Evening

Career Track: Clinical Professional

Department: 7540 SJO CLINICAL LAB

Address: CA Orange 1100 W Stewart Dr

Work Location: St Joseph Hospital-Orange

Workplace Type: On-site

Pay Range: $64.67 - $102.10

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.


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