Medical Lab Scientist
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 expanding our Transfusion Services Team in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. We want YOU to be a part of our team expansion! We are currently seeking Medical Lab Generalists and Medical Lab Scientists/Medical Lab Technicians for our growing division!
Your impact as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Lab Technician/Medical Lab Generalist 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: We have multiple openings for EVE (2:45PM-11:15PM) and Nights (10:45PM - 7:15AM). Generous shift differentials for EVE, Nights and W/E offered. Rotates: e/o W/E
Training: Paid Training 6-8 weeks Days (7:00 AM - 3:30PM) Monday-Friday.
Training location: 875 Greentree Bldg 5 Pittsburgh, PA
Base Pay: $21.63/hour - $42.55/hour (depending on role).
Start Date: June 2026
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 high complexity testing in immunohematology, including antibody identification, antigen typing, absorptions, elution, and cross match.
- 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.
- Medical Lab Generalist: we can help you fast track to MLS in just over one year!
KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Medical Lab Technician
- Associate's degree in medical Lab Technology
- Certification as Medical Lab Technician required.
- no experience required with MLT certification.
- Pay: $24.34/hour - $25.18/hour
Medical Lab Generalist
- Bachelor's degree in a CLIA approved program (Biology, chemistry, medical science etc.) required.
- no experience required.
- We will fast track you to Medical Lab Scientist Level I is just over one year!
- Pay: $21.63/hour - $22.38/hour
Medical Lab Scientist I
- Bachelor's 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:
875 Greentree RoadPittsburgh, PA 15220
Job Category:
Lab Services
Contact Information: [click to reveal email address]
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.