Tissue Recovery Courier Jobs (NOW HIRING)

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Tissue Recovery Coordinator I (TRC I) is responsible for all activities related to the aseptic surgical recovery and safe packaging of tissues. This includes, but is not limited to, musculoskeletal and skin, supporting the mission, goals, and strategic plan of LifeCenter Northwest. In addition to the behavioral requirements, the TRC I is responsible for safeguarding the cultural and professional standards of the organization All these above actions are done pursuant to LifeCenter Northwest standard operating procedures (SOPs).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

General Responsibilities

• Tissue recovery duties depend upon experience level, and donor specifics. Duties may include:
  • Aseptically recovers musculoskeletal tissues and skin from deceased donors with few errors
  • Must be able to perform independent packing of supplies for cases, utilizing knowledge of processor criteria and age ranges.
  • Assists in physical assessments, blood draws, and preparation of donor for recovery
• Utilizes sterile technique to efficiently perform back table duties, including packaging, labeling, culturing grafts and draping.
• Shares responsibility of driving or independently drives company vehicles as needed to and from recovery locations
• Act as preceptor within skillset for other tissue staff as needed
• All duties above must be performed in accordance with current Good Tissue Practices (GTP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), quality control practices, clean room protocols, FDA regulations and American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) Standards.
• This position requires regular, time-sensitive travel to and from case activity across the region. As such, the ability to independently and reliably commute between locations is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. Due to the nature of the work, which may involve urgent or unscheduled travel, personal driving capability is a critical operational need.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Reviews all relevant SOPs within their assigned due date, annually or as assigned, and provides documentation of completed training
• Participates in regularly scheduled training events, including in-person wet labs and online training in the learning management system.   
• Attends all necessary meetings unless otherwise approved.
• Participates in continuing education or other training opportunities (on-site or remotely) as determined by the Director, Tissue Donation Services.

Facilities Responsibilities

• Assigned office days may be required.
• Repacking of totes and checking expiration dates of supplies, as well as inputting and receiving supply orders.
• Assists with stocking, transfers, and rotation of supplies between locations.
• May perform courier duties when needed for tissue and tissue products (e.g., cultures, blood., etc.)
• Performs routine and as-needed facility cleaning and maintenance.
• Works effectively with hospital OR staff to maintain good hospital relations and a cooperative work environment.

Other Responsibilities

• Participates in, and may lead, employee committees and events.
• Complies with applicable laws, regulations, and LifeCenter policies and procedures.

Supervision

• This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Previous training in tissue recovery or similar clinical experience is desirable.

• Knowledge of anatomy and aseptic technique is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. 
• Ability to collaborate with team members. Demonstrates care, courtesy, and concern in all interactions, and establishes consistent, continuous care and respect for the donor. 
• Provides culturally sensitive care including consideration for diverse cultures, ethnicity, language, community, and beliefs. 
• Ability to multitask
• Must demonstrate operating knowledge of computers with a demonstrable, basic level skill (at minimum) with Outlook, Word, Excel, and other comparable software programs. 
• Must be willing to work in an office and hospital setting, where exposure to bio-hazardous materials could occur. 

BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS

• The employee in this position must uphold the core values of LifeCenter; these include:
• Integrity: We are trustworthy, reliable, respectful, and accountable.
• Collaboration: We work in partnership with others, seeking to understand and be understood, and finding common ground and shared goals to build upon together.
• Courage: We take personal responsibility and face challenges head-on.
• Service: Through professionalism and dedication, we honor our commitment to serve others and our obligation to be good stewards of the gift of life.

Physical Activities/Requirements

• This position requires the ability to effectively operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
• Vision abilities required by this position include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Travel is essential to this position; the employee must be prepared to travel by automobile or airplane and be available to mobilize withinthe operational standard of case notification. The employee must also meet TSA requirements for travel by plane. 
• The individual must have the ability to communicate clearly in English to accurately convey information.
• This position is classified as a Category I employee. These employees have regular patient or donor contact or handle materials that could potentially spread infection. These employees have a potential for bloodborne pathogen exposure while performing their assigned job duties. Bloodborne pathogen protection is required.
• This position is required to follow hospital immunization, health screening, and background check requirements. Immunizations and tests will be provided by LifeCenter as required.
• The employee is required to move 75 pounds with or without assistance.

ANTICIPATED TIME COMMITMENT

This position is typically scheduled for a minimum of 74 hours per pay period and may require night, weekend work, holidays, and may have to work extended shifts. Some duties are required to be completed outside of call schedule.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in health sciences is preferred.
• Training as a Surgical Technologist or experience in the medical field/sciences is preferred.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and access to an insured automobile for work-related functions at expected times.
• Must also possess valid state or federally issued identification suitable for air travel.

LifeCenter Northwest offers medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, and travel accident insurance. Employees have the option of enrolling in the following supplemental or voluntary plans: life insurance, short-term disability, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness coverage and pet insurance. Employees enrolled in our 403(b) program will receive an employer match of up to 7% after one year, employees are auto enrolled at 3% and may change their enrollment at any time. LifeCenter encourages all employees to find balance and well-being and provides all employees access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and provides a quarterly Wellness Reimbursement. Employees enjoy paid holidays throughout the calendar year and earn 119 hours of PTO annually (to start) as well as Health Time Off hours that is earned 1 hour per 30 worked, paid living donor leave, two weeks paid jury duty leave after 6 months of service, and three weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service is complete. A comprehensive review of benefits can be found at https://lcnw.org/about/employment-opportunities/.

PAY RANGE

• TRC I: $30.22 - $43.83 Hourly
• TRC II: $34.03 - $49.35 Hourly
• TRC III: $36.50 - $52.94 Hourly   

The pay range for this role is provided above. Where a candidate’s compensation falls within this range is based on several bona fide factors such as experience, tenure, and other specialized knowledge. LifeCenter Northwest is committed to providing its employees equitable and competitive compensation.

This position is eligible for additional compensation to the base pay rate, in the form of Overtime, Extra Call Pay, Extra Call Worked, Overnight Differential, and Holiday Stipend Pay.

LifeCenter Northwest is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.