Medical Lab Scientist I
Posted:
Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Valid Thru:
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Index Requested on:
03/31/2026 14:12:14
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03/31/2026 14:12:14
Location:
Tempe, AZ, 85280, US
Industry:
Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category:
13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME
Vitalant is hiring!
Description:
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 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 Expect
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 10: 00 am - 6: 30 pm
2nd Shift Differential 8%
Weekend Shift Differential 8%
Compensation Range: 32.17 - 35.89 / hour
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.(Ref Lab)
Perform production, processing, and labeling of blood components and blood donations (Manu Lab)
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
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:
1524 West 14th Street #120 Tempe, AZ 85281
Job Category:
Lab Services
Contact Information: careers@vitalant.org
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.
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