Medical Lab Scientist

Vitalant

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15260, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 – Business and Financial Operations
Posted: Sunday, 28 June 2026
Valid Through: Tuesday, 28 July 2026

Job Description

Vitalant is hiring a Medical Lab Scientist in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a full-time position.

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 1 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Vitalant is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I or Medical Lab Generalist dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are results-driven and impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, an organization created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.
Your impact as a Medical Laboratory Scientist /Generalist is vital. Support Vitalant's life-saving mission by contributing to laboratory operations. You will manage reagents, supplies, and inventory, input patient data, and provide exceptional customer service.
What to Expect

Schedule: Days with W/E rotation (w/e shift differential )

Base Wage: $21.63-$32.17

Location: 875 Greentree, Pittsburgh, PA

Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:
  • 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 Medical Laboratory Scientist/Generalist, you'll get to:
  • Manage Special Red Cell inventory and distribution.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment and identify malfunctions.
  • Conduct preparation and prequalification of reagents.
Requirements:

Medical Lab Generalist
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree that meets CLIA requirements (medical sciences, chemistry or biology).
  • no experience required.
  • new Grads welcome!
  • $21.63-$22.38 per hour (based on years of relevant experience)
Medical Lab Scientist
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science OR have a Bachelor's degree with ASCP Medical Lab Scientist or Blood Bank certification.
  • no experience required.
  • new Grads welcome!
  • $32.17/ hour.
Location:
875 Greentree Road Pittsburgh, PA 15220

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.

Education Requirements

high school

Skills

Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.

Benefits

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