Medical Lab Scientist - Reference Lab

Vitalant; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blood Banking Training Program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K + company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Vitalant in Rosemont, IL is hiring a Medical Lab Scientist/Medical Lab Generalist for the Blood Reference Laboratory. The role performs high complexity immunohematology testing and contributes to QA, maintenance, and validations in a mission-driven setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Medical Lab Science or MLS certification, with MLS certification within 6 months and 2+ years in a clinical lab. Roles offer pay growth and comprehensive benefits, on-site location at 5505 Pearl Street,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical lab science or MLS certification.
• MLS certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Minimum 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform high complexity testing in immunohematology, including antibody identification, antigen typing, absorptions, elution, and cross match.
• Review and report test results, participate in investigative studies, quality control, preventative maintenance, and validations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Quality-focused

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science

MLS certification within 6 months

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 currently hiring for a Medical Lab Scientist/Medical Lab Generalist for their Blood Reference Laboratory located in Rosemont, IL.Your impact as a Medical Laboratory Scientist//Medical Lab Generalist 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 ExpectSchedule: EVE 3:00 PM - 11:30PM M-F (rotates on call)Training: Paid Training 6-8 weeks Days (7:00 AM - 3:30PM) Monday-Friday.Training location: Pearl Street, Rosemont, LBase Pay: $24.07/hour - $51.48/hour (depending on role).Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:Blood Banking Training Program and paid certificationsMedical, dental, and vision insurance401K + 5% company matchTuition assistance up to $5k per yearFree basic life and AD&D insuranceFree short-and-long-term disability insurancePaid time offEmployee Resource GroupsRecognition and perksAs a Med Lab Scientist, you'll get toPerform high complexity testing in immunohematology, including antibody identification, antigen typing, absorptions, elution, and cross match.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.Medical Lab Generalist: we can help you fast track to MLS in just over one year!Medical Lab Scientist IBachelor's degree in medical Lab Science or MLS certification required.Certification as MLS required within 6 months of employment.Pay: $37.16/hourMedical Lab Scientist IIMLS/BB certification required.2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.Pay: $42.73/hour - $44.77/hourMedical Lab Scientist IIISBB certification preferred. MLS/BB certification required.3 years lab experience with 1-year IRL required.2 years lead/charge experience required.Pay $49.14/hour - $51.48/hourLocation:5505 Pearl Street Rosemont, IL 60018Job Category:Lab ServicesContact 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.