Scripps Health Named to '100 Best Companies to Work For" List

Fortune magazine named the nation’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list this month with 15 California companies making the list including two in San Diego.

Coming in at number 37 was Scripps Health. Qualcomm was ranked 33 out of 100.

“Scripps is honored to be acknowledged for the fourth time by Fortune as one of America’s premier employers,” said Chris Van Gorder, president and CEO of Scripps in an announcement. “We are proud of the care we provide our community and of the national reputation we have earned as a health care leader. This accomplishment is a result of thousands of people moving in the same direction with the same values and dedication of purpose.”

The magazine states “training is key at this hospital company. Every employee, from new hires to senior managers, participates in at least one learning program a year. Last year Scripps invested $30 million in training and employee development initiatives.”

Numerous other companies on the list have a presence in La Jolla and UTC including at number 24, Nordstrom at 74 and Gilbane, a construction and program management firm, at 92.