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Must have4
Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Bachelor's degree in science
MLS ASCP or AHN certification
CA State licensure as required by regulations
1 year of relevant laboratory experience meeting CA state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification
Skills
Sysmex analyzer
hematology testing
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time off
About the company
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 Donor Product 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
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Schedule: Monday - Friday with Rotating Holidays
Work Shift: 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Base Wage: $45.00
2nd Shift Differential: 9%
Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:
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Blood Banking Training Program and paid certifications
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401K + 5% company match
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Tuition assistance up to $5k per year
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Free basic life and AD&D insurance
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Free short-and-long-term disability insurance
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Paid time off
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Employee Resource Groups
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Recognition and perks
As a Med Lab Scientist, you’ll get to:
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Performs moderate complexity testing (e.g. quality control of components, single donor platelet yields, hematology testing on Sysmex analyzer, residual WBC testing, Hemoglobin S testing, pH testing, etc).
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Participates in inventory management including blood product issuing.
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Performs final record review/quality review.
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Maintains accurate records and documentation.
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Participates in quality control, preventive maintenance, and validations.
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Provides technical support/liaison to hospital transfusion services.
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Resolves problems between departments that prevent production and distribution of blood components.
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Participates in rotating on-call schedule responding to urgent customer issues and system alerts outside of operating hours
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Bachelors degree in science with a MLS ASCP or AHN certification.
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CA State licensure as required by regulations
Experience and MLS Levels
Medical Lab Scientist I
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1 years of relevant laboratory experience meeting CA state Clinical Lab Scientist requirements and certification.
Location:
4119 Broad Street
Suite 100
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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.