Medical Lab Scientist - 2nd Shift

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 ExpectSIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLESchedule: Monday - Friday with Rotating HolidaysWork Shift: 12:00 pm - 8:30 pmShift Differential 9%Base Wage: Medical Lab Scientist I - III (Must Meet Requirements for Level as per Job Description).Base Wage: 35.39 - 46.802nd Shift Differential: 9%Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future withBlood Banking Training Program and paid certificationsMedical, dental, and vision insurance401K + 5% company matchTuition assistance up to $5k per yearFree basic life and AD&D insuranceFree short-and-long-term disability insurancePaid time offEmployee Resource GroupsRecognition and perksAs a Med Lab Scientist, you'll get toPerforms high complexity testing (e.g. antigen screening, low titer testing).Performs moderate complexity testing (e.g. quality control of components, single donor platelet yields, hematology testing on Sysmex analyzer, residual WBC testing, Hemoglobin S testing, pH testing, etc).Participates in inventory management including blood product issuing.Performs final record review/quality review.Maintains accurate records and documentation.Participates in quality control, preventive maintenance, and validations.Provides technical support/liaison to hospital transfusion services.Resolves problems between departments that prevent production and distribution of blood components.Participates in rotating on-call schedule responding to urgent customer issues and system alerts outside of operating hoursRequirementsBachelor's degree in approved Science (Biology, Chemistry, etc) and currently possess certification from an accredited agency as MT/MLSCA State licensure as required by regulationsExperience and MLS LevelsMedical Lab Scientist I1 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting CA state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification.Pay: $35.39 / hourMedical Lab Scientist IIMLS/BB certification required.2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.Pay: $39.48 - 40.70 / hourMedical Lab Scientist IIISBB certification preferred. MLS/BB certification required.3 years lab experience with 1-year IRL required.2 years lead/charge experience required.Pay $45.40/hour - $46.80/hour#LABSTFLocation:4119 Broad Street Suite 100 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Job Category:Lab ServicesContact Information: 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.
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