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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical lab scientist trainee in the United States is $94,420.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Clinical Lab Scientist Trainee vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectClinical Lab Scientist TraineeMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsTypically enrolled in or completing a CLS program, may have a bachelor's degreeUsually requires a post-secondary certificate or associate degree in medical laboratory technology
Work EnvironmentTraining environment in labs, under supervision, preparing for certificationPerforming routine lab tests independently in clinical labs
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, diagnostic labs, research facilities; used during training periodHospitals, clinics, diagnostic labs; employed as certified technicians

The Clinical Lab Scientist Trainee is a student or trainee gaining hands-on experience before certification, whereas a Medical Laboratory Technician is a certified professional performing routine lab tests. Both roles work in clinical labs but differ mainly in certification status and experience level.

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Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) New Grad - Various Opportunities

Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) New Grad - Various Opportunities

Scripps Health

San Diego, CA • On-site

$38.54/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Scripps Health rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 139 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 884 rated healthcare providers

Job description

This is a pipeline requisition for Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) New Grad opportunities within Scripps Health. Qualified candidates may be matched to other openings within the organization for consideration. If you are interested in joining Scripps as a Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) New Grad but are unsure where to begin your search, please apply!

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

  • Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
  • Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.
  • Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
  • Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
  • We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
  • Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

Why join this team?

Come join our elite team of Clinical Lab Scientists. As a nationally recognized health system, Scripps Health is committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients. With a culture centered around teamwork and collaboration, each lab site serves as a resource of support for each other, setting our laboratories as the benchmark for standardization.

Scripps Health invests in extensive training to set our CLS New Grads up for success as experts in the field, ideal for any new grad launching their career.

Current openings include:

  • Full time, night shift, at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
  • Per diem, evening shift, at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
  • Part time, evening shift, at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
  • Part time, evening shift, at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
  • Part time, day shift, at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
  • Full time, day shift, at Scripps Green Hospital

If you meet the qualifications, your application will be forwarded to the appropriate hiring leaders based on your preferred position(s).

For CLS New Grads with a TRL license, the pay is a flat rate of $38.54/hour. Upon obtaining the California generalist license (MTA), your pay rate will be adjusted accordingly. 

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree or degree acceptable for California Laboratory Licensure.
  • Must be currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate of a CLS Training program.


Required Certification/Registration:

  • California Clinical Lab Scientist Trainee (TRL) License
  • Must obtain California MTA license within 3 months of start date

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

  • One year experience in a clinical laboratory.

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As a nationally recognized health system, Scripps Health is committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients. Through collaboration and innovation, our healthcare professionals lead the frontier in caring for our community. With a culture centered around teamwork, each laboratory site serves as a resource of support for each other, setting our laboratories as the benchmark for standardization.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1924

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