Medical Lab Scientist

01 VITALANT; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blood Banking Training Program andpaid

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

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Recognition and perks

Job summary

Vitalant in Tempe, AZ is hiring Medical Laboratory Scientists to perform high complexity testing in immunohematology and to support hospital transfusion services. The role encompasses MLS I–III levels, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and continuous learning in a mission-driven lab environment.

You will join a team that values patient safety, offers shift-based schedule, and provides comprehensive benefits. State licensure requirements apply where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science or MLS certification optional with related degree.
• ASCP MLS certification required within 6 months of employment.
• State licensure as required by regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform high complexity testing in immunohematology, including antibody identification, antigen typing, absorptions, elution, and cross match.
• Provide technical support to hospital transfusion services.
• Receive coaching and support from managers invested in your career and success.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science

Bachelor's in another Science with ASCP/AHN MLS certification

ASCP MLS certification

Job description

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 Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our high complexity testing reference laboratories. We are currently hiring for a MLS I -MLS III level Scientist to join our Reference lab. 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. At Vitalant, you can make a difference, help save lives, and have a vital impact on your community.

What to Expect

Work Schedule: 5:00 pm - 1:30 am Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Base Wage: $32.17/ hour - $42.55/hour

2nd Shift Differential - 9%

Weekend Shift Differential 8%

* Sign On Bonus Eligible Position for Well-Qualified Candidates*

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.(Ref Lab)
• Provide technical support to hospital transfusion services.
• Receive coaching, encouragement, and support from caring managers who are invested in your career and success.

Bachelors degree in Medical lab Science OR Bachelors in another Science with ASCP/AHN MLS certification.

ASCP MLS required.

State licensure as required by regulations

Experience

Medical Lab Scientist I

Bachelor's degree in medical Lab Science or MLS certification required.

Certification as MLS required within 6 months of employment.

Pay: $32.17/hour

Medical Lab Scientist II

MLS/BB certification required.

2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.

Pay: $35.89/hour - $37/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 $41.27/hour - $42.55/hour

Location

1524 West 14th Street #120 Tempe, AZ 85281

Job Category: Lab Services

Contact Information

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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.