Tissue Recovery Coordinator (Tissue Team) - LifeShare Carolinas - FT Variable

Responsibilities

Performs aseptic recovery of tissue including but not limited to eyes, bones, ligaments, tendons, heart for valves, saphenous vessels, and skin according to departmental policies and procedures; Lifts, positions and transports donors at the donor hospital, as well as the utilization of Surgical Sterile Technique for individual tissues as needed; Collects blood samples from donors and properly labels, packages and ships to the receiving lab; Maintains donor and tissue records under the guidance of the QA Coordinator and the supervision of the Manager; Packages and arranges for pick-up of biohazard material and maintains the proper documentation of the discard of biohazard material

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; Knowledge of abdominal and thoracic anatomy required; Basic understanding of kidney anatomy, surgical dissection technique, suturing, vascular surgery, cellular metabolism and laboratory values within six months of employment required; CEBT may be required per department if processing in eye bank; Available to travel distances greater than 100 miles and function effectively in unfamiliar hospital environments; Must be able to push, pull or otherwise move heavy objects; Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs; Must have good manual dexterity and visual acuity; Must be able to endure long periods of standing and walking

Nice to have

Associates Degree or Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) certification preferred; Certified Surgical Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Eye Bank Technician, RN, or LPN preferred; Operating room experience preferred

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance