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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 ...

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 ...

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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How much do overnight clinical lab scientist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight 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.

What is the difference between Overnight Clinical Lab Scientist vs Evening Clinical Lab Scientist?

AspectOvernight Clinical Lab ScientistEvening Clinical Lab Scientist
Work HoursTypically overnight shifts, e.g., 11 PM - 7 AMUsually evening shifts, e.g., 3 PM - 11 PM
CertificationsASCP or equivalent, state licensure often requiredSame certifications as overnight role, often the same qualifications
Work EnvironmentHospital or clinical laboratory operating overnightHospital or clinical lab during evening hours
Job ResponsibilitiesPerforming lab tests, quality control, reporting results overnightSimilar testing duties, but during evening hours

The main difference between an Overnight Clinical Lab Scientist and an Evening Clinical Lab Scientist lies in their shift timings. Both roles require similar certifications, work in clinical laboratories, and perform comparable testing duties. The choice depends on preferred work hours, with overnight roles working through the night and evening roles during late afternoon to night hours.

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Founded in 1925, Dignity Health - Mercy General Hospital is a 310-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Mercy General Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.

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As our Clinical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.
Every day you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

  • Demonstrates competency in age-specific patient testing for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
  • Properly identifies patient, sample, and/or result and maintains sample integrity throughout the analytical and reporting process
  • Performs technical procedures accurately, correlating technical data and evaluating results for reasonableness, and maintaining required documentation

Required

  • Bachelors Other degree in biological science, or US military equivalent
  • California Clinical Lab Scientist license
  • 1-3 years 1 year Internship in a hospital clinical laboratory

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