Per Diem Birth Tissue Technician

LifeLink Foundation, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLink Foundation, Inc. seeks a Per Diem Birth Tissue Technician to support its life-saving mission.

The role involves acquiring birth tissue in hospital operating rooms, using aseptic technique, following established policies, and coordinating with donors and hospital staff. The position requires travel within the assigned service area, a High School Diploma with Surgical Technology certification or equivalent medical certification, and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required with Surgical Technology Certification or comparable medical related certification/experience.
• Ability to respond and arrive to designated locations within required timeframes, wearing the appropriate attire, on scheduled work dates.
• Standing for long periods (approximately 90% of shift) is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform birth tissue acquisition in an operating room following LifeLink policies.
• Obtain donor consent and complete medical social history interviews.
• Package and transport birth tissue; ensure aseptic technique.
• Prepare sterile work areas and monitor supplies.
• Communicate effectively with hospital personnel and patients.
• Complete acquisition documentation per policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Driving ability

Physical stamina

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Surgical Technology Certification

Job description

About LifeLink
More than four decades ago, a visionary group of innovators, led by renowned nephrologist Dr. Dana Shires, made a life-changing commitment—to save lives through organ and tissue donation. From that bold beginning, LifeLink Foundation was established – founded with heart, purpose, and a mission that still guides us today.

What started as a nonprofit with big dreams has grown into a vision-driven organization of more than 700 dedicated professionals across west-central Florida, Georgia, parts of South Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

At LifeLink, we are united by our mission: To honor donors and save lives through organ and tissue donation.

Our vision remains clear: To maximize the gift of life while giving hope to donor families and transplant patients.

We are grounded in the values that shape our work and culture—Compassion. Excellence. Legacy. People. Quality.

If you’re inspired by purpose, driven by impact, and ready to help save and heal lives, LifeLink is the place for you.

What You’ll Do
As a Per Diem Birth Tissue Technician, you will directly contribute to LifeLink’s life-saving mission.Responsible for performing activities related to living donor birth tissue acquisition following established LifeLink policies and procedures. Performs birth tissue donor pre-qualification processes and is responsible for acquiring birth tissue, using aseptic technique, in an operating room environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs tasks related to birth tissue acquisition overseen and/or regulated by the AATB, FDA, and applicable state and federal agencies.
• Performs birth tissue donor pre-qualification processes, including obtaining consent for birth tissue and completing the medical social history interview with donors.
• Responsible for acquiring birth tissue in a hospital operating room environment using aseptic technique, along with packaging and transporting tissue.
• Assists in the preparation of sterile work areas, in addition to inspecting and monitoring supplies/materials needed for birth tissue acquisition.
• Ability to effectively communicate with hospital personnel and patients.
• Responsible for completing acquisition documentation and adhering to established policies and procedures to facilitate birth tissue acquisition.
• Performs any additional duties or functions deemed necessary by leadership.

Who You Are

• Passionate about helping others and making a difference
• Aligned with LifeLink’s core values of Compassion, Excellence, Legacy, People, and Quality
• High School Diploma required with Surgical Technology Certification or comparable medical related certification/experience.
• Ability to respond and arrive to designated locations within required timeframes, wearing the appropriate attire, on scheduled work dates.
• Work requires the ability to stand for ninety percent of the time.
• Demonstrated above average interpersonal and communication skills with co-workers, management, hospital personnel and patients.
• Reliable vehicle with good driving record and current state license.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• A collaborator who thrives in a mission-first environment.

Working Conditions:

Work requires extended hours during peak periods and in the performance of tissue recovery activities. Requires daily travel within assigned service area to include hospitals and LifeLink. Birth tissue procedures are performed in a hospital operating room setting. Hazardous conditions include, but are not limited to, the possible exposure to microorganisms, viruses, potentially infectious body fluids and hazardous chemicals. Demonstrated physical ability to lift, carry and/or move equipment of varying weight from 1 to 30 pounds.

Why LifeLink?

• Be part of an organization with a legacy of saving lives and giving hope
• Join a passionate and supportive team across Florida, Georgia, and Puerto Rico

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
LifeLink is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve.

Ready to Help Change Lives?
Your next career move could be the most meaningful one yet.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Surgical Technology Certification or comparable medical related certification/experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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