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Medical Lab Scientist I

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Vitalant

San Luis Obispo, CA (In Person)

$80,537 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/16/2026

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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 2 (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 2
BH Salary Range:
33.38 - 44.06 / hour
Work Shift:
12:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Shift Differential:
9% 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 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist educational requirements or 5 years or more experience as
Medical Laboratory Technician Location:
4119 Broad StreetSuite 100San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Job Category:
Lab Services Contact Information:
careers@vitalant.org 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.

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