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.
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.