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How much do birth tissue coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for birth tissue coordinator in the United States is $57,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a birth tissue coordinator?

A Birth Tissue Coordinator is a healthcare professional who facilitates the donation of birth tissues, such as placenta and umbilical cord, usually after childbirth. They work with hospitals, mothers, and tissue banks to ensure proper consent, collection, and documentation of donated tissues. These tissues are often used in medical treatments, research, or for transplantation. Birth Tissue Coordinators also provide education about donation and ensure all processes meet regulatory standards.

What are the typical responsibilities of a birth tissue coordinator during the donation process?

As a Birth Tissue Coordinator, you will be responsible for guiding expectant mothers and their families through the consent and donation process, ensuring all regulatory and ethical standards are met. This includes reviewing medical histories, coordinating with hospital staff, arranging for timely tissue collection, and maintaining accurate documentation. You’ll also work closely with surgical, labor & delivery, and recovery teams to facilitate smooth communication and logistics. This role requires strong organizational skills and empathy, as you support families in making informed decisions about donation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a birth tissue coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Birth Tissue Coordinator, you need knowledge of tissue banking, medical terminology, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a background in healthcare or biological sciences. Familiarity with donor management systems, electronic medical records, and relevant certifications such as Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) is typically required. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and sensitivity when interacting with donors and families are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure ethical, safe, and effective tissue recovery while maintaining donor trust and regulatory standards.

How to become a birth tissue coordinator?

To become a birth tissue coordinator, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with knowledge of medical terminology and tissue handling procedures. Relevant skills include attention to detail, organization, and familiarity with sterile techniques; some positions may require certification in tissue banking or related fields. On-the-job training is common, and understanding hospital or tissue bank protocols is essential.

What are the most commonly searched types of Birth Tissue jobs?

The most popular types of Birth Tissue jobs are:

What states have the most Birth Tissue Coordinator jobs?

States with the most job openings for Birth Tissue Coordinator jobs include:

Infographic showing various Birth Tissue Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% As Needed, and 87% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,869 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Per Diem - Tissue Recovery Coordinator

NY • On-site


MTF Biologics
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

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Job description

Overview
MTF Biologics processes tissue grafts from human donors that are used in a growing array of clinical applications - positively affecting lives across the globe. As a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by honoring donated gifts and serving patients, we collaborate with the medical, scientific, as well as organ and tissue donation communities.
Our goal is simple-do what's right for patients, surgeons, tissue donors, and their families through our guiding principles.
The Tissue Recovery Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing the gift of donation by promoting and performing aseptic tissue recovery in accordance with established regulatory and organizational standards. Responsibilities include donor evaluation and screening, obtaining authorization, tissue recovery, packaging, and shipment coordination to ensure the highest level of quality and compliance. The coordinator cultivates and maintains strong professional relationships with both contracted and non-contracted partner organizations to support donation opportunities and enhance recovery processes throughout the service area. Additional recovery responsibilities may include eye, skin, cardiovascular, and birth tissue recovery as assigned. Through thoughtful stewardship of resources and efficient utilization of supplies, the coordinator contributes to operational excellence while helping maximize the impact of every donation.
This is a Per-Diem position. Must reside in Syracuse, NY.
Pay is $18 per hour plus travel time. $135 per recovery while in training and $225 after
Responsibilities
  • Coordinates, performs and monitors all aspects of the tissue (ocular if applicable) recovery process according to MTF or other processor's policy.
  • Facilitates teamwork and problem solving in support of the mission of MTF
  • Collaborates with MTF Donor Coordination in all aspects of the referral, screening and authorization process.
  • Interacts with other recovery teams, hospitals/EMS/Medical Examiners/Funeral Directors, etc throughout all stages of the recovery process.
  • Collects accurate medical charts, laboratory data, blood specimens and other pertinent data from the recovery site and other appropriate agencies and reviews information to establish donor suitability and maintains such records according to policy
  • Documents accurate donor records and is responsible for chart completion until chart release; discerns necessary chart corrections to appropriate person(s). Assists in maintenance of donor records, in accordance with Quality Assurance policies and procedures.
  • Continuously evaluates processes to improve the recovery operations to benefit MTF and the referral sources/donor accounts.
  • Builds and maintains positive, professional relationships with staff from MTF, Coroner/Medical Examiner Offices, Hospitals, OPOs, Processors and Funeral Homes, etc.
  • Attends and participates in corporate, clinical and other designated meetings as determined
  • Provides call coverage for approximately 14-21 days per month, including weekends and holidays. Individual schedules are assigned upon hiring or as determined by business need.
  • Assembles, completes and maintains assignments as designated (training manuals, materials management, vehicle maintenance, monthly on-call calendar).
  • Assists manager in the recruitment, hiring, orientation and training of new staff.
  • Completes other duties as assigned, such as special projects.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma/GED
Years of Experience: 1 - 3 years
Other: Health or Surgical Background
Specialized Knowledge, Technical Skills, and Abilities: Gross anatomy, PC literacy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate degree
Years of Experience:1-5 years
Specific Licenses and/or Certifications'
Other: LPN, RN, Surgical Tech, MD
Specialized Knowledge, Technical Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of OR environment, Sterile Technique, gross/fine anatomy, tissue banking experience.
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