Lead Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - La Jolla

Scripps Health • San Diego, CA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Clinical Lab Scientist works at Scripps Memorial La Jolla, supporting patient care at the region’s largest Level I Trauma Center and the largest and busiest hospital in the Scripps system. The role combines bench work with ensuring regulations are enforced, and calls for technical experience, organization, and effective communication. The scientist works collaboratively with surgeons, pathologists, nurses, and laboratory colleagues, including through blood bank technical committee meetings with counterparts at other sites. The position also serves as a resource for training new hires and students and supports an environment that facilitates the exchange of ideas and resources.

This is a benefited, full-time position on day shifts, generally 0600–1430, on varied days including every other weekend. The posting describes eligibility for up to $4,000 in new-hire retention incentives and relocation assistance up to $3,000 for candidates moving from 100 or more miles away, subject to stated eligibility conditions.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree or a degree acceptable by California Laboratory Field Services for application as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Limited License.
• Four years of experience in high-complexity testing.
• Two years of experience in blood bank.
• Good critical-thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with medical terminology and computer systems.
• CDPH licensure: MTA (Clinical Laboratory Scientist), licensed to perform work in all areas of the Clinical Lab.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory bench work.
• Ensure regulations are enforced.
• Participate in blood bank technical committee meetings with counterparts from other sites.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, pathologists, nurses, and other care teams.
• Serve as a resource in training new hires and students.
• Communicate effectively and contribute to an environment that facilitates the exchange of ideas and resources.

Benefits

• Benefited position.
• Eligible for up to $4,000 in new-hire retention incentives, subject to eligibility conditions.
• Relocation assistance up to $3,000 for candidates moving from 100 or more miles away, subject to eligibility conditions.
• Transitional and professional development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior