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Lifepoint Health

Clinical Lab Scientist

Las Cruces, NM

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Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Specialist (CLS/MT/MLS) Schedule: this is a full time, evening shift role. Your experience matters Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint ...

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CLINICAL LAB SCIENTIST

Temecula, CA · On-site

$44.74 - $67.12/hr

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Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Reporting to the Director of Laboratory Services, the Clinical Lab Scientist is responsible for following established procedures to perform routine and STAT clinical ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract clinical lab scientist 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.

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As a Contract Clinical Lab Scientist, you'll typically work in hospital, reference, or specialty laboratories on a project or temporary basis, often joining teams to fill staffing gaps or support increased workload. You may collaborate with pathologists, lab managers, and other laboratory staff to ensure timely and accurate test results. The work environment is usually fast-paced and compliance-driven, featuring both independent bench work and teamwork. Contract roles offer the chance to experience diverse laboratory settings and work styles, which can broaden your professional skill set and create opportunities for longer-term or permanent positions.

What is a contract clinical lab scientist?

A Contract Clinical Lab Scientist is a medical laboratory professional who works on a temporary or per-assignment basis rather than in a permanent role. They perform diagnostic tests, analyze samples, and ensure lab quality control in hospitals, clinics, or research facilities. These professionals are often hired to fill staffing shortages, assist with special projects, or cover for employees on leave. Contract positions offer flexibility, competitive pay, and opportunities to gain experience in different healthcare settings.

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To thrive as a Contract Clinical Lab Scientist, you need a bachelor's degree in medical technology or a related field, current clinical laboratory scientist (CLS) certification, and strong analytical skills. Familiarity with lab instrumentation, automated analyzers, and laboratory information systems (LIS) is typically required, along with up-to-date knowledge of regulatory guidelines. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication are essential soft skills for working efficiently in diverse laboratory environments. These abilities ensure accurate results, regulatory compliance, and smooth collaboration during contract-based assignments.

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Clinical Lab Scientist

Lifepoint Health

Las Cruces, NM

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

LifePoint Health rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 272 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

759th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Specialist (CLS/MT/MLS)

Schedule: this is a full time, evening shift role.

Your experience matters 

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Lab Scientist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute 

A Clinical Lab Scientist who excels in this role:

  • Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.

  • Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.

  • Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.

  • Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment and reports them to the patient, physician or registered nurse.

  • Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.

  • Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures.

  • Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed. Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed. 

  • Assures that all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken. 

  • Performs all preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, as assigned. Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis.

  • Collects biological specimens. Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.

  • Provides instruction to students/new employees about procedures and departmental policies. 

  • Checks available supplies and reports deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for 
Applicants should have a bachelors degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or equivalent.  Additional requirements include:

  • American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or eligibility required.

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Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara by emailing tara.baker@lpnt.net. 

More about Memorial Medical Center

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. 

EEOC Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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Lifepoint Health serves patients, clinicians, communities and partners across the healthcare continuum. Our diversified healthcare delivery network extends from coast to coast, consisting of community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and additional sites of care.

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Year founded

1999

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