Medical Lab Scientist I
Brief Description
Vitalant is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for our blood bank testing laboratory. 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: EVE 2:45 PM - 11:15 PM rotates e/o W/E.
Shift differentials for EVE and W/E as applicable.
Training: Days
Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:
About Us
Vitalant is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned research. We have a network of 115 donation centers across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually. Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in more than 900 hospitals across the U.S. where millions of people depend on blood donations from our generous donors.
Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.
COVID-19 POLICY
As an essential operation to the nation’s healthcare infrastructure and a science-based organization, Vitalant believes that being vaccinated helps provide protection and care for our employees, our donors, their families, and the broader community.
Vitalant Requires Employee’s To Be Fully Vaccinated As a Condition Of Employment. Individuals Applying For This Position Should Be Prepared To Comply With Vitalant’s Covid-19 Vaccination Policy Unless An Approved Exemption Exists Prior To The Start Of Employment. Compliance With Vitalant’s COVID-19 Policy Will Require Individuals To Complete One Of The Following
Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Careers@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.
For more EEO information about applicant rights click here
Vitalant is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for our blood bank testing laboratory. 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: EVE 2:45 PM - 11:15 PM rotates e/o W/E.
Shift differentials for EVE and W/E as applicable.
Training: Days
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
- Perform high complexity testing in immunohematology, including antibody identification, antigen typing, absorptions, elution, and cross match.
- 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 Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent to qualify for ASCP MLS certification.
- Must meet CLIA requirements for high complexity testing.
- Current MLS/BB/SBB certification or must receive within 6 months of eligibility.
About Us
Vitalant is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned research. We have a network of 115 donation centers across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually. Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in more than 900 hospitals across the U.S. where millions of people depend on blood donations from our generous donors.
Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.
COVID-19 POLICY
As an essential operation to the nation’s healthcare infrastructure and a science-based organization, Vitalant believes that being vaccinated helps provide protection and care for our employees, our donors, their families, and the broader community.
Vitalant Requires Employee’s To Be Fully Vaccinated As a Condition Of Employment. Individuals Applying For This Position Should Be Prepared To Comply With Vitalant’s Covid-19 Vaccination Policy Unless An Approved Exemption Exists Prior To The Start Of Employment. Compliance With Vitalant’s COVID-19 Policy Will Require Individuals To Complete One Of The Following
- Receive the first shot of a two-dose vaccination series to start employment, and the second shot of the series within 8 weeks of the first
- Receive the first and final shot of a single-dose vaccination prior to the start of employment.
Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Careers@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.
For more EEO information about applicant rights click here
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Seniority level
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Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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