Medical Lab Scientist II
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: Friday, 21 August 2026
Valid Through: Sunday, 20 September 2026
Job Description
Vitalant is hiring a Medical Lab Scientist II 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 hiring an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our training department to mentor and support our Transfusion Services division in Pittsburgh.
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
Base Wage: $35.89 / hour - $48.93/ hour (based on role)
Schedule: Days
Location: 875 Greentree
Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:
EXPERIENCE
Medical Lab Scientist I
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.
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 hiring an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our training department to mentor and support our Transfusion Services division in Pittsburgh.
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
Base Wage: $35.89 / hour - $48.93/ hour (based on role)
Schedule: Days
Location: 875 Greentree
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
- Mentor new employees
- Conduct Medical Lab Generalist (6 weeks) new hire training.
- Conduct Medical Lab Scientist (8 weeks) new hire training.
- Track competency compliance.
- Take on new projects and create trainings
EXPERIENCE
Medical Lab Scientist I
- Bachelor's degree in medical Lab Science or MLS certification required.
- Certification as MLS required within 6 months of employment.
- Pay: $32.17/hour
- MLS/BB certification required.
- 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.
- Pay: $35.89/hour - $37/hour
- SBB certification preferred. MLS/BB certification required.
- 3 years lab experience with 1-year IRL required.
- 2 years lead/charge experience required.
- Pay $41.27/hour - $42.55/hour
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
Please see the job description for benefits.
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