Lead, Clinical Lab Scientist; CLS - Hematology, Coagulation and Urinalysis - Mercy San Diego

Description

This is a full‑time position with 8‑hour day shifts at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. Includes $4k retention and $3k relocation incentive for eligible new hires.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient‑centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

• 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 2025.
• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennia ls, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
• Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 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.

The Lead Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) will be joining a knowledgeable team of skilled, dedicated and caring professionals at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, serving central and downtown San Diego since 1890. With a Level I Trauma Center and Level 3 NICU, the team at Mercy San Diego thrives in a fast‑paced environment and prides itself in its efficiency and teamwork in processing and analyzing a high volume of specimens.

The Lead CLS will be a true asset to the Hematology, Coagulation and Urinalysis departments, working both on the bench and ensuring regulations are enforced.

To be successful, the Lead CLS must be technically experienced, organized and able to communicate effectively. The Lead CLS will have an extensive support system, participating in the technical committee meetings with their counterparts from the other sites. The Lead CLS is a valued team member amongst the surgeons, pathologists and nurses and enjoys the unique opportunity to network with different care lines.

The Lead CLS will also serve as a resource in training new hires and students. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively in an environment that facilitates the exchange of ideas and resources.

• Internal candidates
• Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago
• Candidates with less than 1 year of experience

• Must remain in original hired FTE status and shift (if specified in offer letter)
• Must remain in original department/specialty
• Must remain in original Job Title
• Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.

• Required Education/Experience/Specialized
  
  Skills:
  
  Baccalaureate Degree or degree acceptable by California Laboratory Field Services for the application of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Limited License.
• 4 years' experience in high‑complexity testing
• Good critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with medical terminology and computer systems.
• Required Certification/Registration: CDPH Licensure: MTA (Clinical Laboratory Scientist) Licensed to perform work in all areas of the Clinical Lab.
• Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification: Hematology, coagulation and urinalysis experience;
  Leadership experience.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other factors, or status as a qualified individual with disability.