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Medical Lab Scientist

01 Vitalant


Job Location:

Tempe, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 26 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 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 hiring Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our high complexity testing reference laboratories. We are currently hiring for a MLS I -MLS III level Scientist to join our Reference lab.
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

Work Schedule: 5:00 pm - 1:30 am Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Base Wage: $32.17/ hour - $42.55/hour
2nd Shift Differential - 9%
Weekend Shift Differential 8%
*Sign On Bonus Eligible Position for Well-Qualified Candidates*

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.(Ref Lab)
  • Provide technical support to hospital transfusion services.
  • Receive coaching encouragement and support from caring managers who are invested in your career and success.
  • Bachelors degree in Medical lab Science OR Bachelors in another Science with ASCP/AHN MLS certification.
  • ASCP MLS required.
  • State licensure as required by regulations

Experience

Medical Lab Scientist I

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

  • Certification as MLS required within 6 months of employment.

  • Pay: $32.17/hour

Medical Lab Scientist II

  • MLS/BB certification required.

  • 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.

  • Pay: $35.89/hour - $37/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 $41.27/hour - $42.55/hour

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