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Medical Lab Scientist

Vitalant · Pittsburgh, PA

FULL-TIME Posted Sep 8, 2026

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 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.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance

Additional Details

City
Pittsburgh
State
Pennsylvania
Country
US
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