Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) Educator

Scripps Health; California; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Scripps Health is seeking a part-time CLS Educator to lead and mentor the CLS Training Program across hospital sites with partial remote flexibility. Occasional travel to Scripps locations and Sorrento Mesa may be required.

The role focuses on planning, development, and accreditation activities to sustain a high-quality education program for CLS learners. Strong organizational and instructional skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in CLS, MLS or related Allied Health required.
• California CLS license (generalist preferred) required.
• At least 5 years of clinical laboratory experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the CLS Training Program with the Program Director.
• Coordinate lectures, clinical rotations, faculty assignments, and online learning access.
• Maintain curriculum, training checklists, and program documents.
• Guide students through onboarding, licensure, and board exam prep.
• Track attendance, safety training, evaluations, rotations, exams, grades, and address issues.
• Provide student advising and deliver lectures as assigned.
• Support QA, outcomes tracking, and maintenance of program records.
• Collaborate with lab leadership and advisory board to ensure resources and relevance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

BS in CLS/MLS or related Allied Health

CLS license (CA), generalist preferred

Job description

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.

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