Medical Laboratory Scientist (Immunohematology) - Multiple Shifts Available

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Shift differential

PTO

Health insurance

HSA with employer match

403b retirement

Job summary

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers in Jacksonville, FL seeks detail-oriented Immunohematology Medical Laboratory Scientists for our full-time team. The role involves working in a full-service, accredited Immunohematology Reference Laboratory to resolve complex immunohematology issues and ensure the safest blood for patients.

Starting salary ranges from $31.00 to $40.80 per hour with shift differential for eligible evening and overnight hours.

Qualifications

• MT/CLS/MLS with ASCP, AAB or AMT certification including immunohematology
• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science
• Familiarity with blood banking
• Ability to work weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Support lifesaving patient care by resolving complex immunohematology and compatibility issues in the Immunohematology Reference Laboratory
• Resolve immunohematology and compatibility issues to ensure safe patient care
• Deliver excellent customer service

Skills

Immunohematology

Clinical Lab Science

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Tools

ASCP Certification

Job description

Description

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking detail-oriented, collaborative Immunohematology Medical Laboratory Scientists to join our lifesaving team in Jacksonville, FL

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Available Shifts

• Day Shift: Wednesday-Saturday, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM; an alternative schedule of five 8-hour shifts is also available
• Overnight Shift: Shifts may include either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts
• Shift Differential - 15%-20% for eligible evening and overnight hours
• No on-call requirements
• Relocation Bonus Available!

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Support lifesaving patient care by resolving complex immunohematology and compatibility issues in our full-service, accredited Immunohematology Reference Laboratory. Join a lab culture that values communication, continuous learning, and shared expertise.

What You’ll Do:

• Work in a full-service, accredited Immunohematology Reference Laboratory
• Resolve complex immunohematology and compatibility issues to ensure the safest blood for patients
• Deliver excellent customer service

What You'll Need:

• National certification as MT/CLS/MLS with ASCP, AAB or AMT, including immunohematology
• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science
• Familiarity with blood banking
• Ability to work weekends and holidays

Preferred:

• SBB(ASCP) or BB(ASCP) certification

Why LifeSouth?

• Hands-on experience in a full-service Immunohematology Reference Lab
• Opportunities for continuous learning and skill development
• Access to our accredited SBB training program for professional growth
• Perform critical and complex testing that directly supports lifesaving patient care

Our Benefits:

• Relocation bonuses available
• Shift differential for evening and overnight hours
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
• Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered
• Access to wages prior to pay day

Starting salary is $31.00/hour - $40.80/hour. Candidates with substantial clinical laboratory experience and advanced credentials may be offered compensation above this range. Shift differential applies to eligible evening and overnight hours. Relocation Bonus may also be offered to qualified candidates.

Criminal background check and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.