Laboratory Manager - San Diego

This is a full time, salaried position primarily Monday-Friday with the flexibility to support operational needs on weekends as needed. Located at Scripps Mercy Hospital in Hillcrest. Eligible for the Management Incentive Compensation Plan (MICP). Retention and relocation incentives included 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.

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 2025.
• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, 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.

As Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for day-to-day laboratory operations at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego. Additionally, you will participate in system committees regarding laboratory services and improvements. Other duties include conducting performance evaluations, overseeing regulatory requirements, CAP inspection and Joint Commission preparation, collaborating with multi-disciplinary leaders, performance improvement metrics, staffing and budgeting. The Laboratory Manager will directly oversee all lab supervisors and leads. This position is ideal for an experienced CLS who thrives under pressure and is looking to make a difference.

The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:

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

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

• Bachelor's degree plus 5 years experience in a laboratory, at least 1 of which in leadership

Required Certification/Registration:

• CLS certification

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

• Master's degree preferred
• Experience in Lab Leadership within a hospital lab setting preferred