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Clinical Lab Scientist

Arcata, CA 95521

Posted: 12/09/2025 Employment Type: Traveler Job Title: CLS Job Number: 434 Pay Rate: $2000 to $2250 per week DOE

Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Location: Arcata, CA

Weekly Estimated Pay or Pay Range: $2000 to $2250 per week DOE

Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off. Wednesday 8 hr. shift, Thursday to Tuesday 12hr shifts

Start Date: ASAP

What makes this location special: Arcata, CA offers a peaceful coastal vibe surrounded by towering redwoods, scenic trails, and breathtaking Pacific Ocean views, perfect for unwinding after a shift. The town boasts a welcoming, artsy community and a relaxed lifestyle that feels like a retreat while you're working. It’s an ideal blend of professional opportunity and natural beauty.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct and analyze laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, and tissue samples

  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments

  • Ensure accuracy and reliability of test results

  • Follow established safety and quality control protocols

  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff


Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field.

  • Current certification/licensure as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent preferred).

  • Basic Micro and Blood Banking experience preferred

  • Must have TB clearance done within past 12 months.

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About Nicklas Laboratory Staffing: Aligned to Laboratories. Dedicated to People. Nicklas Laboratory Staffing is the ONLY Staffing Agency founded by a Pathologists’ Assistant that Only Focuses on Labs!

With 12 years of laboratory experience, we specialize in placing Pathologists,  pathologists’ assistants, histotechnicians/histotechnologists, cytologists, and lab leaders find travel, permanent, and temp to perm laboratory positions nationwide.

As an employee of Nicklas Laboratory Staffing, we provide employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance active on day one. We also provide you with no cost employer malpractice insurance, and a matching retirement program where you are fully vested.

This is your professional journey – Nicklas Laboratory Staffing will be your Advocate. You’ve worked hard to build your skills. Let us help you find the perfect opportunity to put them to use. We make the job search easy, stress-free, and tailored to what matters to you. Whether you’re looking for flexibility in a travel position, or a permanent role with career growth, we are here to help you thrive. recruiting@nicklasstaffing.com

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