Processing Technician, OB/Demin, Weekend AM shift (10102-2026659)

Location: Virginia Beach, VA (Bayside). Department: Production & Logistics. Schedule: Full‑Time, Saturday‑Monday (6:00 AM – 6:45 PM). Clinical status: Clinical. Physical demands: required to sit, stand, bend, walk and lift up to 50 lb; PPE includes surgical gowns, masks, visors or goggles, caps.

About the role

As a Processing Technician (OB) 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, and contribute to turning donor gifts into lifesaving allografts for patients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders or processing instructions and coordinate with production supervisors to adjust plans as needed.
• Perform tissue processing tasks (debridement, dissection, cutting, cleaning, disinfection, sizing, assessment) according to current procedures and protocols.
• Assist supervisory team with production enhancement and improvement initiatives.
• Package and preserve tissue products, confirming sizing, quality, packaging materials, and cryopreservation per procedures.
• Document all processes and functions in accordance with procedures and protocols.
• Perform post‑processing decontamination of equipment and the processing room following established protocols.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Zero years of prior work experience required.
• Preferred: Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) certification.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.
• Preferred: One (1) year tissue processing experience.
• Key knowledge, skills, & abilities:
  • Ability to perform tasks thoroughly, checking work for 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.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities and manage time/workload.
  • Team‑oriented collaboration.
  • Technical skills (preferred) and general knowledge of anatomy; 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: $20.00 per hour (entry level). Final compensation may vary based on geographic location, qualifications, and relevant experience.