Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Educator

This is a benefited, part time position working a partial remote, flexible schedule. Occasional travel to various Scripps hospital sites & Sorrento Mesa as needed.

Why join Scripps Health?

• At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.

• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2026.

• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.

• Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.

• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.

• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

*Why become a CLS Educator at Scripps? ** *

• Shape the future of Clinical Laboratory Science: Teach, mentor, and inspire the next generation of CLS professionals in a highly rewarding role.

• Help build and lead the program: Join the faculty in planning, developing, and maintaining accreditation for a high-quality CLS education program.

• Enjoy flexibility and meaningful impact: Flexible hours and an opportunity for passionate educators to make a lasting difference in students’ careers.

What you’ll do:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Training Program in partnership with the Program Director.

• Coordinate lecture schedules, clinical rotations, faculty assignments, and online learning access.

• Maintain current curriculum, training checklists, and program documents to prepare students for entry-level CLS practice.

• Guide students through onboarding, orientation, health system and laboratory requirements, licensure, national certification, and board exam preparation.

• Track and review student attendance, safety training, evaluations, rotation documentation, exams, checklists, and grades; address issues as needed.

• Provide student advising and support to faculty and prospective applicants; deliver lectures as assigned.

• Support continuous quality improvement, program outcomes tracking, and maintenance of required program records.

• Partner with laboratory leadership, the CLS Advisory Board, and the Program Director to ensure program resources, curriculum relevance, and effectiveness.

• Ensure compliance with CAP, Joint Commission, CDPH, NAACLS, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

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Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

• BS in CLS, MLS or related Allied Health

• Strong Organization, Communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and ability to work with a team

• At least 5 years of Clinical Laboratory experience

Required Certification/Registration:

• Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) License (California), preferably generalist license

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

• ASCP license (MLS)

• Educator training or experience attending conferences for education

• Teaching experience preferred

• Very organized and high attention to detail

Job: *Lab

Organization: *Scripps Clinic

Title: Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Educator

Location: Central San Diego County-SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS MEDICAL LABORATORY

Requisition ID: 262005918