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Medical Lab Scientist I

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VITALANT

San Luis Obispo, CA (In Person)

$85,477 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/3/2026

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Job Description

Medical Lab Scientist
I VITALANT
•3.3 San Luis Obispo, CA Job Details Full-time $35.39•$46.80 an hour 6 days ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off 401(k) 5% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Clinical Laboratory Scientist License Bachelor's degree Full Job Description 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 1 (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
Expect Compensation Grade:
119•120
DOE Salary Range:
35.39•46.80 / hour
Work Shift:
Monday•Friday with
Rotating Holidays and Weekends Schedule:
6 am•2:30 pm
Weekend Shift Differential:
8% 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, you'll get to Perform production, processing, and labeling of blood components and blood donations. 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. Bachelor's degree in biology, Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent (must receive MLS certification within 6 months of eligibility) or Bachelor's degree in approved Science (Biology, Chemistry, etc) and currently possess certification from an accredited agency as
MT/MLS CA
State licensure as required by regulations Experience Medical Lab Scientist I 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification.
Pay:
$35.39 / hour Medical Lab Scientist
II MLS/BB
certification required. 2 years in a clinical laboratory setting required.
Pay:
$39.48•40.70 / 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 $45.40/hour•$46.80/hour #
LABSTF Location:
4119 Broad Street Suite 100 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Job Category:
Lab Services Contact Information:
If 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.