Administrative Coordinator - Surgery - La Jolla

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has served the greater San Diego community since 1924. For more than a century, we continue to provide distinguished care, including several nationally ranked specialty programs. Scripps La Jolla was the first in San Diego to be designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nursing Association.

Scripps La Jolla shares a campus with the Barbey Family Emergency and Trauma Center, a Level I Trauma Center, and the renowned Prebys Cardiovascular Institute. We’re also home to notable specialty programs, including cancer care, heart surgery, orthopedic surgery, labor and delivery services (including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit) and a nationally designated Comprehensive Stroke Center. This is a Full-Time, benefitted position (80 hours per pay period) with a Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 5:30PM schedule, located at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla.

Candidate must be flexible in the event weekend coverage is needed. You will enjoy comprehensive benefits that cover health & wellness, career development, and retirement options among other benefits.

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. Join a winning team supporting the Surgery department at our Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla as an Administrative Coordinator. In this important and high-visibility role, you will provide administrative support for Senior Directors, meet and greet everyone entering Surgery, and assist with other office functions.

Key attributes for success in this position will include the ability to work independently, possess strong organizational skills, and have experience with Excel. Responsibilities may include the following: Provide administrative support to ensure smooth operations. Perform clerical, administrative and general office duties involving typing, record and file maintenance, document creation, mail distribution and reception.

Have in-depth knowledge of the unit's operations, organization and procedures. Maintain office files and records in accordance with internal procedures. Receive and refer visitors and telephone callers.

Respond to requests for information. Opens and distributes mail. Provide a full range of administrative data management and coordination of reporting and project duties for the department.

Analysis and maintenance of systems and equipment. Maintain appointment calendars. Required

Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Intermediate computer skills, including MS Office Adaptable and able to handle large volumes of work in a fast-paced environment Excellent critical thinking and project coordination skills

College courses in business, medical terminology preferred One year of experience in customer service, administrative or support role At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work. You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates.

So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential. Position

$28.05-$37.65/hour