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Travel Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS)

Orange, CA · On-site

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Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 ... Shift: Night Shift - 4×10 hours * Hours: 9:30 PM - 7:30 AM (may flex to 8:00 PM as needed ...

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Travel Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS)

Orange, CA · On-site

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Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 08/24/2026 ... Ability to work independently on night shift * California CLS License (if applicable) * ASCP-BB ...

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Technician, Quality Control - Night Shift

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

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Night Shift Hours Worked: • 6:00pm to 6:30am or • 6:30pm to 7:00am Work Week Schedule: • ... Monitor and maintain inventory of lab supplies * Support assay transfers, validations, and ...

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How much do night shift lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for night shift lab in California is $24.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $27.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working the night shift in a laboratory setting?

Working the night shift in a laboratory often involves managing tasks with less direct supervision and fewer support staff, which can lead to increased responsibility for troubleshooting equipment or handling urgent tests. Night shift staff may also face challenges related to maintaining focus and alertness during off-hours, especially when handling critical analyses or adhering to strict protocols. However, many labs foster a strong sense of teamwork and communication among night shift members to ensure smooth operations and continuity of care. It's important for candidates to be adaptable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently while still collaborating effectively with colleagues across shifts.

What is the difference between Night Shift Lab vs Night Shift Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectNight Shift LabNight Shift Medical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Technician certificationRequires a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification or equivalent
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, hospitals, clinics operating overnightHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics during night hours
Industry UsageCommon in healthcare, diagnostics, research labsPrimarily in healthcare settings performing lab tests
Job FocusPerforming lab tests, analyzing samples, supporting diagnosticsPreparing and analyzing lab samples, ensuring test accuracy

Both roles involve working in laboratory settings during night shifts and require similar certifications. The main difference is that Night Shift Lab is a broader term that can include various lab roles, while Night Shift Medical Laboratory Technician specifically refers to certified professionals performing diagnostic tests in healthcare environments.

What is a night shift lab?

Night shift lab jobs are positions in laboratory settings where employees work during overnight hours, typically outside of the standard 9-to-5 schedule. These roles often involve conducting tests, analyzing samples, and maintaining lab equipment to ensure continuous operation and timely processing of results. Night shift lab workers are crucial in environments that require 24/7 monitoring, such as hospitals, research facilities, and diagnostic labs. Working the night shift may come with additional pay and requires adaptability to irregular hours.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a night shift lab technician?

To thrive as a Night Shift Lab Technician, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and a degree or certification in medical laboratory science or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzers, and quality control protocols is typically required. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and effective problem-solving are valuable soft skills for this position. These competencies ensure accurate, timely test results and uninterrupted laboratory operations during overnight hours.

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Infographic showing various Night Shift Lab job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,829 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

Clinical Lab Scientist HLA Lab (Night Shift)

Stanford Health Care

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
Night - 08 Hour (United States of America)
Stanford Blood Center's Histocompatibility Lab seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform highly complex human histocompatibility testing for organ transplantation in our serological laboratory.
This is an overnight shift, Mon-Fri, 1030pm - 7am. We offer a generous shift differential and excellent benefits.
This role requires your ability to think critically in a high complexity environment. An aptitude in this area, regardless of your laboratory background will make you a top candidate. Experience in HLA is a plus. However, we offer excellent training.
Highlights for this role include:
*Performs HLA antibody identification and crossmatching, including deceased donor workups.
*Test specimens, analyze, interpret, and report results. Investigate and report trends or shifts in quality control Perform troubleshooting of instrumentation and assay using procedure manuals and manufacturer's documentation.
*Function as an advanced technical resource for other CLS team members. *Perform complex assays and provide training and evaluations to technicians and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists.
*Participate in lab projects.
*Take a leading role in training more junior members of the team
REQUIREMENTS:
California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist (CHS) license required. Out of state candidates qualify if MLS (ASCP) or CHT/CHS (ACHI) certified.
HLA experience is highly preferred
If no prior HLA experience, we will consider CLS (Generalists) with prior overnight shift experience
This is a Stanford Blood Center job.
A Brief Overview
Performs all the duties of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I. Investigates trends or shifts in quality control and report's to Supervisor or designee. Performs troubleshooting of instrumentation and assay problems using the procedure manuals, manufacturer's documentation. Function as an advanced technical resource for other CLS team members. Perform the most complex assays and provide training and evaluations to technicians and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists. Participate in lab projects. Takes a leading role in training CLS I. May act as designee in the absence of Supervisor. May perform federal regulatory responsibilities as General Supervisor defined in 42 CFR 493.1243 if delegated by the laboratory director.
Locations
Stanford Blood Center
What you will do
  • Perform all duties of CLS I.
  • Analyze and evaluate results and generate and evaluate clinical reports.
  • Serve as technical expert, technical resource, and/or point person for one or more specialized areas, instruments, or robots in the department.
  • Recognize problems with test methodology and instrument function. Initiate corrective action as needed.
  • Evaluate, validate, and optimize new assays and software; may evaluate new technologies and make recommendations on new acquisitions and/or upgrades of instrumentation or software.
  • Review quality assurance and quality control data and take corrective action for assigned area, as needed. Maintain documentation and assure that regulatory requirements are met.
  • Assist with training and mentoring of other Clinical Laboratory Scientists, visitors, Residents and Fellows.
  • Perform advanced troubleshooting of instrument and assay problems.
  • Maintain laboratory procedure manuals. Review SOPs and edit to correct or update them. Write new SOPs as needed.
  • May perform federal regulatory responsibilities as General Supervisor defined in 42 CFR 493.1243 if delegated by the laboratory director.
  • Comply with governmental regulations and Stanford Health Care and Blood Center policies regarding health and safety. Observe and support good health and safety practices.
  • Strictly observe privacy and security related policies, procedures and practices to preserve the integrity and confidentiality of medical and other sensitive information pertaining to donors, patients, research subjects, and employees. Act as a responsible information steward and treats information as sensitive and confidential in accordance with federal and state laws and with professional ethics, accreditation standards and legal requirements. Do not disclose protected health information inappropriately.
  • May be required to enter areas where other individuals work with human blood; potential may exist for unanticipated exposure to bloodborne pathogens by splash or spill.

Education Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or a life science Required

Experience Qualifications
  • 3+ years to 5 years of hands-on testing experience in a clinical and/or clinical histocompatibility lab Required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Advanced knowledge of all aspects of clinical sample testing in specific area(s) of expertise.
  • Advanced understanding of complex testing processes and underlying biology of the system.
  • Ability to independently interpret and synthesize results, from a wide variety of tests, correctly and quickly; and involve others at the appropriate time; may issue reports.
  • Advanced knowledge of laboratory information system/database and operation.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, verbally and in writing, with people of widely diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of collaborative group with diverse team members; contribute to a high-functioning team.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential.
  • Comply with governmental regulations and Stanford Health Care and Blood Center policies regarding health and safety. Observe and support good health and safety practices.
  • Strictly observe privacy and security related policies, procedures and practices to preserve the integrity and confidentiality of medical and other sensitive information pertaining to donors, patients, research subjects, and employees. Act as a responsible information steward and treats information as sensitive and confidential in accordance with federal and state laws and with professional ethics, accreditation standards and legal requirements. Do not disclose protected health information inappropriately.
  • May be required to enter areas where other individuals work with human blood; potential may exist for unanticipated exposure to bloodborne pathogens by splash or spill.

Licenses and Certifications
  • CLS - MTA - California Clinical Laboratory Scientist required upon hire

OR
  • CLS - MTR - California Clinical Histocompatibility Scientist required upon hire

Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Physical Demands
  • Frequent Sitting.
  • Frequent Walking.
  • Frequent Standing.
  • Frequent Bending.
  • Constant Hand Use.
  • Frequent Repetitive Motion Hand Use.
  • Frequent Grasping.
  • Frequent Fine Manipulation.
  • Frequent Pushing and Pulling.
  • Constant Other. Computer use
  • Occasional (please list each item under Comments). Hand writing
    Full color vision

Lifting
  • Constant lifting of 0 - 10 lbs. 0 to 5 in height
  • Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs. 0 to 5 in height
  • Seldom lifting of 21 - 30 lbs. 0 to 2 in height
  • Seldom lifting of 31 - 40 lbs. 0 to 2 in height

Carrying
  • Constant carrying of 0 - 10 lbs. 0 to 25 in distance

Working Environment
  • Constant Working around equipment and machinery.
  • Occasional Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement.
  • Occasional Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment.
  • Constant Working with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, etc.. Work under extreme time constraints
  • Occasional Other (please list each item under Comments):. Work with radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, and allergens/chemicals
    May be "on call" or work occasional extended hours

Blood Borne Pathogens
  • Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues

These principles apply to ALL employees:
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:
  • Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
  • Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
  • Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

#LI-MH4
Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $59.21 - $78.43 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

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