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How much do laboratory client services jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for laboratory client services in the United States is $22.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a laboratory client services professional?

Laboratory Client Services refer to the team or department within a laboratory that acts as the main point of contact between the laboratory and its clients, such as healthcare providers, clinics, or hospitals. Their primary responsibilities include managing test orders, handling client inquiries, resolving issues, ensuring timely delivery of laboratory results, and maintaining strong client relationships. This role is crucial for ensuring smooth communication and high-quality service, which helps healthcare professionals provide accurate diagnoses and treatments. Laboratory Client Services staff often possess strong customer service skills and a good understanding of laboratory processes.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a laboratory client services professional?

To excel in Laboratory Client Services, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in laboratory procedures or life sciences are essential, often supported by an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), specimen management software, and data entry tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a customer service mindset help professionals efficiently handle client inquiries and resolve issues. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate test processing, timely client support, and maintaining high standards of laboratory service quality.

What challenges do laboratory client services professionals face, and how can they be managed?

Laboratory Client Services professionals often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of client inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate communication between laboratory staff and clients, and resolving issues related to sample processing or test results. Effective time management, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential to handle these demands. Building collaborative relationships with both internal laboratory teams and external clients can help streamline workflows and foster trust, making it easier to address concerns promptly and ensure high-quality service.

What is the difference between Laboratory Client Services vs Laboratory Technicians?

AspectLaboratory Client ServicesLaboratory Technicians
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in life sciences or related fieldOften requires an associate degree or certification in laboratory technology
Work EnvironmentCustomer-facing, administrative, and support roles within labs or healthcare settingsHands-on, technical work in laboratory settings performing tests and analyses
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in hospitals, diagnostic labs, and biotech companies for client communication and supportPrimarily in clinical, research, or industrial labs conducting tests and experiments

Laboratory Client Services focuses on client communication, scheduling, and support, often requiring a background in life sciences and customer service skills. Laboratory Technicians perform technical testing and analysis within labs, requiring technical certifications or degrees. While both roles are essential in laboratory settings, they differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Client Services job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,864 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

Laboratory Client Services Representative

Irvine, CA

Kelly Services
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$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Laboratory Client Services Representative

Kelly® is hiring a Laboratory Customer Care Representative to support a growing laboratory organization.
Job Details:

  • Target pay rate: $25 - $30/hour
  • Tuesday – Saturday
    • Tue-Fri: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
    • Sat: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Irvine, CA

Are you a customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment? We’re looking for someone with strong customer service or inside sales experience who can confidently manage client inquiries, solve problems, and coordinate across multiple teams.

Previous customer service experience within a highly regulated industry, laboratory diagnostics, capital equipment, or medical device company is a plus, but not required. 

What You’ll Do

  • As a Customer Care Representative I, you’ll serve as a key point of contact for clients, patients, Sales Representatives, and internal departments.
  • You’ll provide responsive, professional support while helping resolve customer needs and maintaining accurate documentation within a regulated laboratory environment.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and build strong relationships with clients, patients, and Sales team members
  • Manage a high volume of inbound and outbound phone calls and emails
  • Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries received by phone, email, and fax
  • Research and resolve questions and concerns from clients and Sales Representatives
  • Assist with routine held specimens and Additional Information Required cases
  • Communicate case rejections to the Sales team through Salesforce
  • Distribute patient reports to appropriate facilities
  • Provide report summaries to clients upon request
  • Generate corrected, amended, and addended reports and complete necessary follow-up
  • Accurately document client interactions in Salesforce and the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve customer needs and deliver a positive customer experience
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous customer service or inside sales experience
  • Experience working in a highly regulated industry is a plus
  • Customer service experience with a laboratory diagnostics, capital equipment, or medical device company is a plus
  • No scientific degree or scientific background required
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to handle a high volume of calls, emails, and competing priorities
  • Ability to learn new systems, processes, and product/service information
  • Ability to adapt to changing procedures, policies, and responsibilities
  • Experience with Salesforce, CRM platforms, or Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) is a plus
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

Work Environment

  • This position requires extensive computer and phone use, including up to eight hours of screen time per day and frequent use of a keyboard, mouse, and telephone. Occasional use of standard office equipment may also be required.
  • The ideal candidate will be comfortable communicating with customers throughout the day, navigating multiple systems, multitasking, and maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Apply Today

  • If you have a strong customer service or inside sales background and enjoy working in a fast-paced, process-driven environment, we encourage you to apply.
  • Apply today to connect with a Kelly recruiter and learn more about this Customer Care Representative I opportunity.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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