Medical Lab Scientist - Reference Lab

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.

Compensation Considerations:

Job Grade: 118 MLS I, 119 MLS II
Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
Hourly Pay Rate: 32.17 - 42.55 / hour
Weekend Shift Differential 8%

Work Shift (if applicable):

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Vitalant is hiring an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our specialty 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 Lab 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

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

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

Base Wage: 32.17 - 42.55 per hour.

Weekend Shift Differential 8%

Medical Lab Scientist I

• 1 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification.
• Pay: 32.17

Medical Lab Scientist II

• MLS/BB certification required.
• 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.
• Pay: 35.89

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

• Perform high complexity testing in immunohematology, including antibody identification, antigen typing, absorptions, elution, and cross match.
• Provide technical support to hospital transfusion services.
• Review and report test results, participate in investigative studies, participate in quality control, preventative maintenance, and validations.
• Receive coaching, encouragement, and support from caring managers who are invested in your career and success.
• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, medical technology or clinical laboratory science required.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist/MLS/BB from an accredited agency or CLIA equivalent for high complexity testing required.
• State licensure as required by regulations.
• Minimum two years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting or Blood Banking certification required.

Location:

1524 West 14th Street #120 Tempe, AZ 85281

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.