Work Shift (if applicable):Job Description:Vitalant is hiring newly graduated and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our Donor Product Laboratory.
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 ExpectSIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE
Schedule: Monday - Friday with Rotating Holidays Work Shift: 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Base Wage: $45.00
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 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 Medical Laboratory Science or Bachelors degree in science with a MLS ASCP or AHN certification.
- CA State licensure as required by regulations
Experience and MLS LevelsMedical Lab Scientist I- 1 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting CA state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification.
Location: 4119 Broad StreetSuite 100San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Job Category:Lab Services
