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Medical Lab Scientist Reference Lab

01 Vitalant


Job Location:

Rosemont, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 51
Posted: 29 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 donors generosity or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.

Work Shift (if applicable):

Shift 2 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Vitalant is currently hiring for a Medical Lab Scientist/Medical Lab Generalist for their Blood Reference Laboratory located in Rosemont IL.

Your impact as a Medical Laboratory Scientist//Medical Lab Generalist 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 3:00 PM - 11:30PM M-F (rotates on call)

Training: Paid Training 6-8 weeks Days (7:00 AM - 3:30PM) Monday-Friday.

Training location: Pearl Street Rosemont L

Base Pay: $24.07/hour - $51.48/hour (depending on role).

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

As a Med Lab Scientist youll get to

  • 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.

  • Medical Lab Generalist: we can help you fast track to MLS in just over one year!

Medical Lab Scientist I

  • Bachelors degree in medical Lab Science or MLS certification required.

  • Certification as MLS required within 6 months of employment.

  • Pay: $37.16/hour

Medical Lab Scientist II

  • MLS/BB certification required.

  • 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.

  • Pay: $42.73/hour - $44.77/hour

Medical Lab Scientist III

  • SBB certification preferred. MLS/BB certification required.

  • 3 years lab experience with 1-year IRL required.

  • 2 years lead/charge experience required.

  • Pay $49.14/hour - $51.48/hour

Location:

5505 Pearl Street Rosemont IL 60018

Job Category:

Lab Services

Contact Information:

If you are impact-inspired to help others and making a difference is vital for you youll experience a career built on purpose a company created to care and a team committed to lead - together.


Required Experience:

IC


About Company

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. We have a network of about 115 donation centers across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually. ... View more

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