Tissue Recovery Technician I

DCI Donor Services; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Extended sick bank

Health insurance

Holiday pay

Career advancement

On-the-job training

Job summary

Tennessee Donor Services is hiring Tissue Recovery Technician I in West Sacramento, CA. No prior medical experience is required and you’ll receive paid, hands‑on training.

The role covers recovery, packaging and labeling of donor tissue, and helping prepare the recovery room and instruments. This full‑time position offers a competitive hourly rate ($23–$28), a $4,000 sign‑on bonus, generous PTO, extended sick leave, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail required in surgical settings.
• Comfortable in clinical or operating room environments.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Adaptability and emotional resilience.
• Motivated to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Participate in recovery, packaging, and labeling of human tissue.
• Prepare the recovery room and assist in donor preparation.
• Maintain aseptic technique and instrument decontamination.
• Support donor restoration and recovery area cleaning.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Comfortable in clinical environment

Team player with communication

Adaptability and resilience

Motivated to learn and grow

Job description

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Tissue Recovery Technician I

Regular Full-Time Technical West Sacramento, CA, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $28.00 Hourly

Launch Your Medical Career with Purpose – No Experience Required! Sign on Bonus $4000

Are you detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and eager to make a real impact in the world? Have you dreamed of working in the medical field but weren’t sure where to begin?

At Tennessee Donor Services, we’re offering a unique opportunity to start your healthcare career as a Tissue Recovery Technician — with paid, hands‑on training and no prior medical experience required. When you join us, you’re not just learning surgical skills — you’re opening the door to a long‑term career in healthcare.

Tissue Recovery Technicians will participate in the recovery, packaging, and labeling of human tissue. The recovery process consists of cleaning and setting up the recovery room, surgical prep of the donor, aseptic recovery of human tissue, restoration of the donor, and decontamination of the recovery room and instruments.

COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION

Tennessee Donor Services is a designated organ procurement organization (OPO) within the state of Tennessee – and is a member of the DCI Donor Services family.

For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.

Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. With the help of our employee‑led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

What Skills Will Set You Up for Success?

• Strong attention to detail – Accuracy is essential when working in surgical settings and handling donor tissue.
• Comfortable in clinical or operating room environments – You’ll learn sterile technique and surgical protocol.
• Team player with strong communication skills – You’ll work closely with a skilled, mission‑driven team.
• Adaptability and emotional resilience – This is meaningful, life‑changing work that requires compassion and professionalism.
• Motivated to learn and grow – We’ll equip you with all the tools and support to succeed.

What You’ll Learn:

• Real surgical procedures and sterile techniques used in tissue recovery
• How to operate in an OR‑like environment with professional tools and standards
• Human anatomy and surgical protocols, providing a foundation for future roles in healthcare
• Skills that translate directly into clinical, surgical, or emergency medical careers

You’ll gain experience that many people don’t get until much later in their medical careers — making this role a powerful steppingstone or an opportunity to build a lasting career in the medical and donation field.

What You’ll Get:

• On‑the‑job training – We teach you everything you need to know.
• Valuable medical experience – Get hands‑on with human anatomy and surgical recovery procedures.
• Career advancement opportunities – Build a future in the healthcare field.
• Make a difference – Play a vital role in saving and healing lives through tissue donation.
• Up to $4,000 in sign‑on bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge and refresh
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) for added peace of mind
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision
• Holiday Pay – Earn extra pay when you work on recognized holidays
• A workplace that values purpose, growth, and teamwork

We believe in working hard, supporting each other, and getting the job done right — together. Our team is tight‑knit, mission‑driven, and always ready to lend a hand. If you’re looking for a place where people have your back and your work truly matters, you’ll fit right in.

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to start a career that truly matters.

Ready to make a difference and build your future in healthcare? Apply now and join the mission at Tennessee Donor Services.

You will receive a confirmation e‑mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e‑mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 48 hours from submission of your application to be considered for the position.

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.