Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift

Vitalant; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 45,984 - 60,697; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blood Banking Training Program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with 5% company match

Tuition assistance up to $5k per year

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Recognition and perks

Job summary

Vitalant is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist I in San Luis Obispo, CA. This role offers competitive compensation ($33.38 - $44.06 per hour) and a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include blood component processing, providing technical support to hospital services, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and possess or be eligible for certification. Join Vitalant to make a meaningful impact on community health through vital clinical services.

Qualifications

• Must receive MLS certification within 6 months of eligibility.
• CA State licensure as required by regulations.
• 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience or 5+ years as Medical Laboratory Technician.

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.

Skills

Technical support

Quality control

Preventative maintenance

Biology knowledge

Certification as MT/MLS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Certification from an accredited agency

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist I page is loaded## Medical Lab Scientist Ilocations: CA San Luis Obispotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26\_0000001055At 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 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 ExpectCompensation Grade: 119 2BHSalary Range: 33.38 - 44.06 / hourWork Shift: 12:00 pm - 8:30 pmShift 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* 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 (must receive MLS certification within 6 months of eligibility)* or* 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* 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist educational requirements* or* 5 years or more experience as Medical Laboratory Technician**Location:**4119 Broad StreetSuite 100San Luis Obispo, CA 93401**Job Category:**Lab Services**Contact Information:** [e-mail] 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.