Medical Lab Scientist I

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.

Compensation Considerations:

Float position with "home base" hours of 1100-1930 M, T, Th, F
2nd Shift Differential 3-11:30 pm 9%



Medical Lab Scientist I-II (Must Meet Requirements for Level as Per Job Description).

Base Wage: 38.00 - 43.00 / hour

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 high complexity testing reference laboratories.

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: Float position with "home base" hours of 1100 am - 7:30 pm M, T, Th, F

2nd Shift Differential 3-11:30 pm 9%

Medical Lab Scientist I-II (Must Meet Requirements for Level as Per Job Description).

Base Wage: 38.00 - 43.00 / hour

Application Deadline: 10/5/2026

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.(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.
• 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
• 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

REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, medical technology or clinical laboratory science required or equivalent education, training and/or experience with certification as a Medical Technologist by a recognized certifying agency.

Medical Laboratory Technician with Associates degree with experience in high complexity testing and meets state licensure defined criteria.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Certification as a Medical Technologist/MLS/BB by a recognized certifying agency required (or must receive certification within 12 months).

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 for the Medical Laboratory Technician.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the ability to perform the following (expressed as hours per shift):

Sitting 5+

Standing 5+

Walking 0-3

Lift (40# Max) 46086

Carry/move (40# max) 0-3

Push/pull (10# of force max) 0-3

Climbing 0-3

Bend 0-3

Squat 0-3

Kneel N/A

Reaching above shoulders 0-3

Reaching waist to shoulder 0-3

Reaching knee to waist 0-3

Reaching floor to knee 0-3

Grasp 0-3

Handling 5+

Finger dexterity 5+

Pinch 5+

Driving 0-3

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Location:

717 Yosemite Street Denver, CO 80230

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.