Processing Technician, Placenta

LifeNet Health•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Processing Technician Placenta, you will play a vital role in advancing our mission by performing all aspects of processing, preservation, and storage of tissues in an FDA regulated environment. This position requires working in a team environment under aseptic conditions while performing controlled production processes and conducting quality assessments of tissue products and documentation. The role's complexity varies based on physical demands, knowledge of human anatomy, number of graft lines/product families processed, complexity of processes required for proficiency, number and types of equipment operated, and the degree of manual dexterity and fine motor skills required. This role is critical to the LifeNet Health mission, as it is an important step in transforming donor gifts into lifesaving and health-restoring allografts for patients around the globe.

Requirements

High School or GED required
Must be 18 years of age or older to apply
Zero years of work experience is required
Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure accuracy and completeness
Able to convey information verbally and in writing
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, Computer Software, Databases
Able to learn new skills, grafts, and adapt to developing product lines
Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload
Able to work collaboratively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) Certification preferred
One (1) year Tissue Processing Experience preferred
Technical skills (preferred)
General knowledge of anatomy
Able to use surgical instrumentation and equipment

Responsibilities

Reviews work orders or processing instructions/scheduling prior to initiating production.
Works with production supervisors to adjust plans as needed.
Performs all aspects of processing tissue (debridement, dissection, cutting, cleaning and disinfection, sizing, assessing) according to current procedures and protocols.
Assists supervisory team in production enhancement and improvement initiatives.
Perform all aspects of packaging and preservation of tissue products (confirmation of sizing, quality, packaging materials, cryopreservation, etc.) according to current procedures and protocols.
Document all processes and functions performed in accordance with all procedures and protocols.
Perform post-processing decontamination of equipment and the processing room according to current procedures and protocols.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Profit Sharing Plan
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Leave- 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
Corporate Sponsored Events
Generous Paid Time Off: 18 vacation days (based on position, tenure, and state laws), 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations), 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
Flexible Work Program- For approved roles, how and where you perform best.
Tuition reimbursement
Career & Leadership Development
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Incredible teammates