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Medical Lab Scientist Transfusion Services

01 Vitalant


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 37 - 44
Posted: 18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 October 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 3 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Vitalant is hiring newly graduated and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists to bring skilled technical support to our high complexity testing transfusion services 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.

What to Expect

Schedule EVE: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (works every 3rd W/E) -

Generous shift differential for EVE and W/E

Base Wage: $37.16 - $44.77

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)
  • Perform production processing and labeling of blood components and blood donations (Manu Lab)
  • 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 biology Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent (must receive MLS certification within 6 months of eligibility)
  • or
  • Bachelors degree in approved Science (Biology Chemistry etc) and currently possess certification from an accredited agency as MT/MLS
  • 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: $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

Location:

1740 W Taylor Street Chicago IL 60612

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