What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Educator position at Scripps Health?
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
Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.