Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift

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📍 CA San Luis ObispoFull time💰 USD 39–41
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About this role

At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.

Work Shift (if applicable):

Shift 2 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Vitalant is hiring newly graduated and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our specialty blood component manufacturing/high complexity testing reference laboratories. Regardless of your experience in this field, we have a position tailored to your skill level.


Your impact as a Medical Laboratory Scientist is vital. If you thrive in a highly regulated environment, have a willingness to learn and a desire to be a part of a mission-led, values-driven, customer-focused organization, we encourage you to apply to learn more. At Vitalant, you can make a difference, help save lives, and have a vital impact on your community.

What to Expect

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Schedule: Monday - Friday with Rotating Holidays

Work Shift: 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Shift Differential 9%

Base Wage: Medical Lab Scientist I - III (Must Meet Requirements for Level as per Job Description).

Base Wage: 35.39 - 46.80

2nd Shift Differential: 9%

Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with

  • Blood Banking Training Program and paid certifications

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401K + 5% company match

  • Tuition assistance up to $5k per year

  • Free basic life and AD&D insurance

  • Free short-and-long-term disability insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Employee Resource Groups

  • Recognition and perks

As a Med Lab Scientist, you'll get to

  • Performs high complexity testing (e.g. antigen screening, low titer testing).

  • Performs moderate complexity testing (e.g. quality control of components, single donor platelet yields, hematology testing on Sysmex analyzer, residual WBC testing, Hemoglobin S testing, pH testing, etc).

  • Participates in inventory management including blood product issuing.

  • Performs final record review/quality review.

  • Maintains accurate records and documentation.

  • Participates in quality control, preventive maintenance, and validations.

  • Provides technical support/liaison to hospital transfusion services.

  • Resolves problems between departments that prevent production and distribution of blood components.

  • Participates in rotating on-call schedule responding to urgent customer issues and system alerts outside of operating hours

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in approved Science (Biology, Chemistry, etc) and currently possess certification from an accredited agency as MT/MLS

  • CA State licensure as required by regulations

Experience and MLS Levels

Medical Lab Scientist I

  • 1 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting CA state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification.

  • Pay: $35.39 / hour

Medical Lab Scientist II

  • MLS/BB certification required.

  • 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.

  • Pay: $39.48 - 40.70 / hour

Medical Lab Scientist III

  • ​SBB certification preferred. MLS/BB certification required.

  • 3 years lab experience with 1-year IRL required.

  • 2 years lead/charge experience required.

  • Pay $45.40/hour - $46.80/hour

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Location:

4119 Broad Street Suite 100 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Job Category:

Lab Services

Contact Information: careers@vitalant.org

If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift role at vitalant?
The listed salary for this Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift position at vitalant is USD 39–41. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift position at vitalant located?
This Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift role at vitalant is based in CA San Luis Obispo. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift role at vitalant full-time or part-time?
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When was the Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift job at vitalant posted?
This Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift position at vitalant was posted on Jun 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift
vitalant · 💰 USD 39–41
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