Vitalant

Medical Lab Scientist I

Vitalant$73K — $97K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in biology or Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
  • Certification from an accredited agency as MT/MLS or MLS/BB
  • CA State licensure as required
  • 1-3 years of relevant laboratory experience depending on level
  • Specialty certifications preferred for advanced positions

Responsibilities

  • Perform production, processing, and labeling of blood components
  • Provide technical support to hospital transfusion services
  • Review and report test results and participate in quality control
  • Conduct preventative maintenance and validations
  • Receive coaching and support from invested managers

Benefits

  • Blood Banking Training Program and paid certifications
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K with 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 and recognition perks
Full Job Description
Work Shift (if applicable):
Shift 1 (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

Compensation Grade: 119 - 120 DOE

Salary Range: 35.39 - 46.80 / hour

Work Shift: Monday - Friday with Rotating Holidays and Weekends

Schedule: 6 am - 2:30 pm

Weekend Shift Differential: 8%

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 production, processing, and labeling of blood components and blood donations.
  • 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 biology, Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
  • and
  • 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

Medical Lab Scientist I
  • 1 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting 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 StreetSuite 100San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Job Category:
Lab Services

Contact Information:

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.

About Vitalant

Vitalant is a nonprofit organization that provides blood and plasma donations to hospitals and medical centers across the United States. The organization was founded in 1943 and has since grown to become one of the largest blood donation organizations in the country. Vitalant operates blood donation centers in 40 states and serves more than 1,000 hospitals and medical centers. The organization also conducts research into blood and plasma transfusion and works to educate the public about the importance of blood donation.
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