Medical Lab Scientist

PA Pittsburgh · On site · Posted 9/8/2026 Leaves the board today
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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 seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I or Medical Lab Generalist dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are results-driven and impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, an organization created to care, and a team committed to lead – together.
Your impact as a Medical Laboratory Scientist /Generalist is vital. Support Vitalant's life-saving mission by contributing to laboratory operations. You will manage reagents, supplies, and inventory, input patient data, and provide exceptional customer service.

What to Expect

Schedule: Evenings 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM with W/E rotation (w/e shift differential)

Training: Days

Base Wage: $21.63-$32.17

Location: 875 Greentree, Pittsburgh, PA

Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:

  • 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 Medical Laboratory Scientist/Generalist, you'll get to:

  • Manage Special Red Cell inventory and distribution.

  • Maintain accurate records and documentation.

  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment and identify malfunctions.

  • Conduct preparation and prequalification of reagents.

Requirements:

Medical Lab Generalist

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree that meets CLIA requirements (medical sciences, chemistry or biology).

  • no experience required.

  • new Grads welcome!

  • $21.63-$22.38 per hour (based on years of relevant experience)

Medical Lab Scientist

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science OR have a Bachelor's degree with ASCP Medical Lab Scientist or Blood Bank certification.

  • no experience required.

  • new Grads welcome!

  • $32.17/ hour.

Location:

875 Greentree Road Pittsburgh, PA 15220

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.