Tissue Recovery Tech - Per Diem - Lifesharing - 141828

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

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Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Tissue Recovery Tech (Per Diem) in the Tissue Bank to perform surgical recovery of tissues for transplantation, research and medical education. You will work under supervision, participate in on-call duties, and document activities in the Lifesharing EMR system.

The role requires experience in tissue/organ procurement or related coursework, with flexible weekend and holiday coverage, and the ability to travel to required sites in the San Diego area.

Qualifications

• Experience in the medical field, Tissue or Organ Procurement or equivalent college course work.
• Must have access to reliable means of transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgical recovery of tissues for transplantation, research and medical education.
• Preoperative prepping of donors and maintaining sterile fields.
• Recovery and packaging of tissues and documenting in Lifesharing EMR.

Skills

Medical field experience

Reliable transportation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Some college coursework

Healthcare related field

Sterile field experience

Tools

ER Technologist training

Surgical Technologist program

EMT program

Job description

Payroll Title: HOSP LAB TCHN 1 PD

Department: Tissue Bank

Hiring Pay Scale: $38.58 / Hour

Worksite: Kearny Mesa

Appointment Type: Per Diem

Appointment Percent: 20%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: 8-Hour Rotating Shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#141828 Tissue Recovery Tech - Per Diem - Lifesharing

Filing Deadline: Tue 10/27/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds.

DESCRIPTION

Under direction, performs surgical recovery of tissues for transplantation, research and medical education. Works in conjunction and under the supervision of the Tissue Administrator On-Call. Duties include preoperative prepping of donors, establishing and maintaining sterile fields, recovery and packaging of tissues, correctly documenting recovery in Lifesharing's electronic medical records system, terminal cleaning of instruments and work area at the completion of surgery. Shares on-call responsibilities for weekends and holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the medical field, Tissue or Organ Procurement or equivalent college course work.
• Must have access to reliable means of transportation.
• Must possess the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Some college coursework.
• Healthcare related field.
• Sterile field experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Ability to work with cadavers.
• Previous experience in the Tissue or Organ recovery industry.
• Completion of an ER Technologist or Surgical Technologist program.
• Completion of an EMT program.
• CEBT and/or CTBS certifications.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $80,555 - $80,555 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $38.58 - $38.58

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace