Medical Laboratory Scientist; Immunohematology

Do you have a passion for making an impact on patient care behind the scenes? Thrive when solving complex problems? Value a lab culture that encourages communication, learning, and shared expertise?

Join our lifesaving team of Immunohematology Medical Laboratory Scientists in Birmingham, AL today!

PLEASE NOTE:
Target hire date is beginning of December 2025

• Multiple Shift Options Available, Weekend Coverage Required
• Shift Differential – 15%-20% for eligible evening and overnight hours
• Sign-On & Relocation Bonuses Available!

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

• Work in a full-service, accredited Immunohematology Reference Laboratory
• Resolve complex immunohematology and compatibility issues to ensure the safest blood for patients
• Deliver excellent customer service with no on-call requirements

• National certification as MT/CLS/MLS with ASCP, AAB or AMT, including immunohematology
• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science
• Familiarity with blood banking
• Preferred: SBB(ASCP) or BB(ASCP) certification

• Hands‑on experience in a full‑service Immunohematology Reference Lab
• Opportunities for continuous learning and skill development
• Access to our accredited SBB training program for professional growth
• Perform critical and complex testing that directly supports lifesaving patient care

• Sign‑on & relocation bonuses available
• Shift differential for evening and overnight hours
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full‑time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• Free basic life insurance for full‑time employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
• Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered
• Access to wages prior to pay day

Starting salary is $31.00/hour - $40.80/hour. Candidates with substantial clinical laboratory experience and advanced credentials may be offered compensation above this range. Shift differential applies to eligible evening and overnight hours. Sign‑on and relocation bonuses may also be offered to qualified candidates.

Criminal background check and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

Life South is a Drug‑Free and Tobacco‑Free Workplace. Life South is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self‑identify as Life South desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions.

Life South complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). Life South is an E‑Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the Life South region where you are applying or call to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a Life South facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the online application process.