Medical Lab Scientist - Reference Lab

Vitalant; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & certifications

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee groups

Job summary

Vitalant in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform high complexity testing in immunohematology at our reference laboratory. You'll provide technical support to hospital transfusion services, review and report results, and participate in QC, validations, and investigations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in clinical laboratory science and MLS/BB certification, plus state licensure where required; two years of clinical lab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, medical technology or clinical laboratory science required.
• Certification as Medical Technologist/MLS/BB from an accredited agency or CLIA equivalent for high complexity testing required.
• 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.
• Review and report test results, participate in quality control, preventative maintenance, and validations.

Skills

High regulation environment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science

MLS/BB certification

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist - Reference Lab page is loaded## Medical Lab Scientist - Reference Labremote type: Onsitelocations: AZ Tempetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R26\\_0000002899At 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 IIWork Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 6:00 am - 2:30 pmHourly Pay Rate: 32.17 - 42.55 / hourWeekend 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#120Tempe, AZ 85281**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.