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MTF Biologics

Process Technician, 3rd Shift

Jessup, PA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Verifies the use of sterile supplies and equipment before use and exposure to tissue. * Legibly and accurately completes written documentation of processing activities (from beginning to end of each ...

Extremity Care

Distribution Specialist

Conshohocken, PA · On-site

Knowledge of tissue processing industry and regulatory requirements is a plus. * Experience working with Microsoft programs. Physical Requirements * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. * Ability to ...

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Penn Medicine

Histotechnologist II

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Specimen Collection/Triage, Gross Tissue Description and Dissection, Routine Tissue Processing , Decalcification, Tissue Embedding, Microtomy Techniques, Routine and Special Staining, Frozen Section ...

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What is a tissue processing job?

A Tissue Processing job involves the preparation, preservation, and handling of biological tissues for medical, research, or transplant purposes. Responsibilities may include tissue recovery, sterilization, labeling, storage, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Professionals in this field work in healthcare facilities, laboratories, or tissue banks to process human or animal tissues for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research applications. Attention to detail, adherence to protocols, and knowledge of aseptic techniques are essential skills for this role.

What does a tissue processing specialist do?

Professionals in Tissue Processing are primarily responsible for preparing, embedding, sectioning, and staining tissue samples for microscopic analysis. Day-to-day tasks often include labeling specimens, operating laboratory equipment, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring quality control. You will frequently collaborate with pathologists, histotechnologists, and other lab team members to ensure timely and accurate specimen preparation. This role may also involve meeting tight deadlines and adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards. Attention to detail and the ability to follow established protocols are key to success in this environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for tissue processing?

To thrive in Tissue Processing, you need knowledge of laboratory procedures, strong attention to detail, and, ideally, an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a science-related field. Competency in using laboratory instruments such as microtomes, embedding centers, staining machines, and familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) is often required, with some roles preferring ASCP certification. Excellent organizational skills, teamwork, and effective communication are valued to ensure workflow efficiency and accuracy. These skills are crucial for producing high-quality tissue samples that enable accurate diagnosis and support patient care in clinical and research settings.

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Infographic showing various Tissue Processing job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Process Technician, 3rd Shift

MTF Biologics

Jessup, PA • On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

MTF Biologics rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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 Process Technician is responsible for aseptically processing human cells, tissues, and cellular and tissue-based products for transplant in a controlled and regulated medical device environment. This position requires the Process Technician to aseptically sterilize and maintain an ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certified cleanroom. Process Technicians are required to work with potential biologic hazardous tissue/waste. In addition, the Process Technician will be responsible to work independently as well as in a team environment in the operations value chain in a 24/7 operation. This position may require mandatory overtime to meet business needs which include the scheduled workday as well as weekends and holidays.
Sunday Night to Friday Morning 11:15pm to 7:30am
Pay Range : $20-$24/hr
Responsibilities
  • Reads, comprehends, and adheres to all appropriate standard operating procedures.
  • Competent in the standard competencies in accordance with the new hire check list.
  • Possess an understanding of the donor verification and check in and check out processes. (Edison only.)
  • Gain Technical and MTF tissue product knowledge through participation in classroom, hands-on experience and LMS. Must maintain greater than a 90% completion rate for LMS training.
  • Prepares safe, quality tissue and maintains aseptic technique (practices and procedures under controlled conditions that always minimize contamination by pathogens).
  • Must be proficient and certified on 10% of the processes. (Edison Only) For Pennsylvania technicians see the Tech Level Guidance document.
  • Assists the processing team in all activities related to the semiannual and quarterly shutdowns such as CORE break down, CORE loading and CORE unloading.
  • Wears appropriate attire/PPE (personal protective equipment).
  • Verifies the use of sterile supplies and equipment before use and exposure to tissue.
  • Legibly and accurately completes written documentation of processing activities (from beginning to end of each process) on controlled forms.
  • Reads digital timers and or clocks and convert standard time to military time. Reads measuring instrumentation: ruler, Micrometer, caliper, and graduated cylinders.
  • Uses caution while working with sharps and cutting equipment and follows any necessary procedures while processing tissue.
  • Measures, labels, and packages all tissue accurately and according to standard operating procedure.
  • Prepare necessary tissue and environmental samples for testing according to standard operating procedures as requested.
  • Follows the work order and/or designated Planning unit goals to ensure maximization of human tissue for transplant.
  • Performs line clearance accounting of materials provided to execute the process. Performs quality inspection review of all processed tissue and paperwork.
  • Ensures waste is placed in the appropriate biological hazardous waste containers/bags and label and document according to procedure.
  • May retrieve tissue from the designated location and completes the necessary log documentation for proper traceability of tissue.
  • Processes one donor at a time in a process location and complete the appropriate cleaning process and documentation and/or data entry for the environment upon completion.
  • May work on more than one process at a time in separate locations while maintaining proper aseptic technique.
  • Transfer tissue to freezer for storage and completes necessary documentation as needed.
  • May prepare chemicals in appropriate ratios for processing activities and cleaning solutions.
  • Clean and sanitize cleanroom and equipment using chemicals including peracetic acid and ethanol to ensure an aseptically controlled sterile environment.
  • Ensures supplies are used in a FIFO (first in - first out) and ensures supplies are appropriately stocked.
  • Perform quality and safety observations as assigned
  • Enroll and complete the following Learning & Development classes in the Service Excellence Certification Program: Business Etiquette, and Effective Listening Skills.
  • May work closely with support departments when necessary; Process Engineering, Planning, Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Facilities, Supply Chain, Chemical Operations, R&D, Donor-Log-In, P&L, and Marketing.
  • Responsible for their own professional development and be accountable for own results. Attends internal and external training as assigned.
  • Assists with special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/G.E.D.
  • Accurately adds, subtracts, measures, and calculates ratios for liquids and powders.

Benefits Information
At MTF Biologics we provide comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, and financial health.
  • 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • 401K plan with company match
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance, Legal, home and auto insurance)
  • Sword Health (at home Physical Therapy)

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