Medical Lab Scientist - Reference Lab

Brief Description

Vitalant is looking for an experienced Reference Lab (IRL) Medical Laboratory Scientist to bring skilled technical support to our high complexity reference 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.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 10:00 a.m.

- 6:30 p.m.

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

• 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 a chemical, physical, biological, medical technology or clinical laboratory science required or equivalent education, training and experience with certification as a Medical Technologist by a recognized certifying agency (ie ASCP).

• 0–2 years, >1 year IRL Experience preferred, of relevant laboratory experience meeting Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist educational requirements
• or
• 5 years or more experience as Medical Laboratory Technician

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 an inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. 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.

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 to let us know the nature of your request.

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