Medical Lab Scientist II

Vitalant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blood Banking Training Program and pay

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 is seeking a Med Lab Scientist Trainer in Pittsburgh, PA, to mentor new employees and deliver essential lab trainings within the Transfusion Services division. The role supports competency tracking and ongoing training initiatives across the lab team.

Responsibilities include leading generalist and scientist training programs, tracking progress, and collaborating on new projects to ensure compliant, high-quality laboratory operations in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Lab Science or MLS certification required.
• MLS certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Pay: MLS I $32.17/hour, MLS II $35.89–$37.00/hour, MLS III $41.27–$42.55/hour (as listed).

Responsibilities

• Mentor new employees.
• Conduct Medical Lab Generalist (6 weeks) new hire training.
• Conduct Medical Lab Scientist (8 weeks) new hire training.
• Track competency compliance.
• Take on new projects and create trainings.

Skills

Mentoring

Training

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Lab Science

MLS certification

SBB certification (preferred)

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 1 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Vitalant is hiring an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our training department to mentor and support our Transfusion Services division in Pittsburgh.
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

Base Wage: $35.89 / hour - $48.93/ hour (based role)

Schedule : Days

Location : 875 Greentree

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 Trainer, you’ll get to:

• Mentor new employees
• Conduct Medical Lab Generalist (6 weeks) new hire training.
• Conduct Medical Lab Scientist (8 weeks) new hire training.
• Track competency compliance.
• Take on new projects and create trainings

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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:

875 Greentree RoadPittsburgh, PA 15220

Job Category:

Lab Services

Contact Information: [e-mail]

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.