Processing Technician, MS ON (On-the-Job Training) (10101-2026660)

Location: Virginia Beach, VA (Concert Drive) | Department: Production & Logistics | Schedule: Full‑Time, Sunday‑Thursday (9:45 PM – 6:30 AM) | Clinical Status: Clinical

Physical demands: required to sit, stand, bend, walk and lift up to 50 lb for the duration of the shift; must wear personal protective equipment (surgical gowns, masks, visors or goggles, caps).

About the role

As a Processing Technician MS you will play a vital role in advancing LifeNet Health’s mission by performing all aspects of processing, preservation, and storage of tissues in an FDA‑regulated environment. You will work in a team under aseptic conditions, conduct quality assessments of tissue products and documentation, and help transform donor gifts into lifesaving allografts for patients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Tissue Processing: Review work orders or processing instructions, coordinate with production supervisors, and perform debridement, dissection, cutting, cleaning, disinfection, sizing, and assessment of tissue according to current procedures.
• Packaging: Execute all steps of packaging and preservation (size confirmation, quality checks, packaging materials, cryopreservation, etc.) following established protocols.
• Documentation & Data Entry: Record all processes and functions in compliance with procedures and protocols.
• Decontamination: Perform post‑processing decontamination of equipment and the processing room according to current procedures.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Two years of work experience (required)
• Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) certification – preferred
• One (1) year of experience in tissue processing, tissue recovery, manufacturing, operations, or as a surgical technician
• Two (2) years of experience in a non‑clerical, fast‑paced, hands‑on setting

Skills

• Ability to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; verify accuracy and completeness
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, computer software, and databases
• Capacity to learn new skills, grafts, and adapt to developing product lines
• Strong prioritization and time‑management abilities
• Team‑oriented collaboration
• Technical aptitude (preferred), general knowledge of anatomy, and ability to use surgical instrumentation and equipment

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Profit‑sharing plan
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid parental leave – 6 weeks
• Corporate‑sponsored events
• Generous paid time off: 18 vacation days, 9 sick days, 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
• Flexible work program (for approved roles)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career & leadership development opportunities
• Wellness program and employee assistance program (EAP)
• Collaborative, mission‑driven team environment

Pay

Salary Range: $20.36 per hour (flat entry‑level rate). Final compensation may vary based on geographic location, qualifications, and relevant experience.

Schedule

Full‑Time, Sunday‑Thursday, 9:45 PM – 6:30 AM.