Clinical Lab Scientist (Per diem)
- Night differential $6.09/hr
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting states $66.76–$89.31 an hour. Open medical laboratory scientist jobs in California post a median of $61.92 an hour, the middle half $53.61–$69.79, across 167 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Medical laboratory scientists employed in California earn a median of $36.54 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Medicare gives Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; California's hospitals average 3.1). 82% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 39% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · California hospitals by rating.
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- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 20.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 76.4%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 1.86x · Clicks 59
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 50.2% · Stating an hourly rate 42.0%
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Job Description
Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director and clinical supervisor, the CLS performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures and analyses in all laboratory disciplines to provide accurate data for health maintenance, diagnoses, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. Guides, trains and may provide mentoring to students and/or technical staff. Monitors/maintains QC standards. Maintains the highest standards of conduct in customer service, appearance and attitude. Uses best judgment in all interactions with patients, medical staff and team members. Maintains patient confidentiality according to applicable laws and regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Reports to Clinical Supervisor
Individuals working in this job classification are authorized by the Laboratory Medical Director to perform waived, moderate and high complexity testing limited to procedures when there is documentation of training. All CLS qualify under CLIA as general supervisors; no further review is required for CLS to report patient test results.
Experience:
One year recent and relevant experience preferred. Computer application experience/proficiency required. Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing required.
Education
As required for California State CLS licensure.
Licensure/Certification:
Current licensure as CLS in the State of California.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Assigned Work Hours
Per diem, varied am/pm shifts and every other weekend rotation. No set guaranteed hours in a two week pay period. This is not a full or part time position.
Position Type
Per Diem
Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):
$66.76
to
$89.31
The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.
Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $4.06
Hourly Night Shift Differential: $6.09
From Montage Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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