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Full Time Organ Tissue Recovery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Tissue Recovery Technician-Itasca

Itasca, IL

$28.91 - $29.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Organ and Tissue Donation. At Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network, we're dedicated to ... Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employees * Generous ...

Tissue Recovery Technician-Itasca

Itasca, IL · On-site

$28.91 - $29.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Organ and Tissue Donation. At Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network, we're dedicated to ... Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employees * Generous ...

Tissue Recovery Technician-Itasca

Itasca, IL · On-site

$28.91 - $29.28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Organ and Tissue Donation. At Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network, we're dedicated to ... Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employees * Generous ...

Assistant Manager, Tissue Recovery

Norcross, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

To honor donors and save lives through organ and tissue donation. Our vision remains clear: To ... Directs, delivers, and monitors tissue recovery staff training. Primary technical contact for ...

Tissue Recovery Coordinator

Altoona, IA · On-site

$27.55 - $34.42/hr

We are a family of professionals working together to increase awareness around the need for organ ... Altoona, IA Position Type: Full-time Exemption Status: Non-Exempt OSHA Category: 1 IDN Culture ...

Tissue Recovery Coordinator

Nashville, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our mission at TDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on ... We want people to join our team in the role of Tissue Recovery Coordinator with previous experience ...

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How much do full time organ tissue recovery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time organ tissue recovery in the United States is $21.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Organ Tissue Recovery vs Full Time Organ Procurement Technician?

AspectFull Time Organ Tissue RecoveryFull Time Organ Procurement Technician
CertificationsCPR, Organ Recovery CertificationCPR, Organ Recovery Certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, transplant centers, recovery sitesHospitals, transplant centers, recovery sites
Job FocusRecovering organs/tissues from donorsAssisting in organ procurement process
Industry UsageWidely used in transplant industryCommonly used in organ donation process

Both roles involve recovering organs and tissues from donors, requiring similar certifications and work environments. The main difference is that Full Time Organ Tissue Recovery emphasizes the broader recovery of tissues and organs, while Full Time Organ Procurement Technician focuses more on supporting the procurement process. Both positions are vital in the transplant industry and often overlap in duties and settings.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Organ Tissue Recovery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,694 per year, or $21 per hour.

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POSITION SUMMARY

The position of Tissue Recovery Coordinator for the Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) is one of moderate responsibility. The Tissue Recovery Coordinator is responsible to and works under the direction of the Tissue Recovery Manager. He/She will be responsible for the recovery of tissue, corneas and research organs and tissues from post-mortem donors observing and adhering to FDA current Good Tissue Practices and AATB standards. He/She will be responsible for the post-mortem care of tissue and cornea donors. He/She will have a thorough knowledge of CORE Policy and Procedures regarding tissue recovery, eye recovery, specimen collection and organ and tissue packaging.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Tissue Recovery Coordinator will be responsible for positively educating health care professionals on the donation process. He/She will be responsible for participating in promoting a work environment that is safe-proof, injury free, and fire safe. He/She is responsible for assuring knowledge of current Good Tissue Practices (cGTP) and an understanding of EBAA standards.. He/She must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. He/She is responsible for the promotion of a positive workplace that assures the success of the operations of CORE.

A Recovery Coordinator, who is Casual status, is responsible for providing current availability for schedules to the Tissue Recovery Manager, as well as provide CORE with all current contact information (home phone and/or cell phone).

 JOB QUALIFICATIONS

The Incumbent for the position of Tissue Recovery Coordinator should have some type of medical background, with at least one year of experience in a health-related field. Candidates graduating from a formal education program related to Surgical Technology, Forensic Autopsy, or Mortuary Sciences will also be considered. He/She must have strong communication skills and good independent judgment. He/She must have the ability to get along with all types of individuals and should possess excellent verbal communication skills. He/She must have strong literary skills. He/She must demonstrate professional commitment and behavior, showing respect to all donors and CORE partners. He/She should possess experience with sterile technique. He/She must complete an extensive six (6)-month training period which results in a reasonable outcome. He/She must demonstrate a true support to the donation program. He/She must have the physical stamina to work long, unpredictable hours and must be flexible to work in unpredictable situations. He/She must be able to lift sixty (60) pounds. He/She must have a valid PA state drivers license. He/She must secure a passport within six (6) months. He/She must have good manual dexterity and visual acuity.

DEGREE OF JOB DIFFICULTY

The degree of job difficulty for the Recovery Coordinator falls into the moderate range. Inadvertent errors or mistakes could result in the death of a transplant recipient.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

None.