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Medical Lab Scientist Reference Lab

01 Vitalant


Job Location:

Tempe, AZ - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 32 - 42
Posted: 5 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 2 January 2027
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.

Compensation Considerations:

Job Grade: 118 MLS I 119 MLS II
Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
Hourly Pay Rate: 32.17 - 42.55 / hour
Weekend Shift Differential 8%

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 specialty 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 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

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Base Wage: Medical Lab Scientist I - II (Must Meet Requirements for Level as per Job Description)
Base Wage: 32.17 - 42.55 per hour.
Weekend Shift Differential 8%

Medical Lab Scientist I

  • 1 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification.
  • Pay: 32.17

Medical Lab Scientist II

  • MLS/BB certification required.
  • 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.
  • Pay: 35.89



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.
  • 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.
  • Bachelors degree in chemical physical biological medical technology or clinical laboratory science required.
  • Certification as a Medical Technologist/MLS/BB from an accredited agency or CLIA equivalent for high complexity testing required.
  • State licensure as required by regulations.
  • Minimum two years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting or Blood Banking certification required.

Location:

1524 West 14th Street #120 Tempe AZ 85281

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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