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: Wed - Sat 3pm - 1: 30 am (10 hour shift) + needed flexibility to cover PTO and any other staffing needs on occasion.

Salary: 35.39 / hour + 8% 2nd shift differential + 8% weekend Shift Differential

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 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:
6930 W Charleston Boulevard Las Vegas, NV 89117

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.