Tissue Acquisition Specialist - First Gift

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:30 PM
Pay: $22.42 per hour + acquisition premiums

Position Purpose:

This mission-centered position is responsible for the acquisition of birth tissue, from obtaining consent to packaging and shipping of the tissue and any additional duties assigned to them by their supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with birth hospital staff.
• Provide education regarding the donation process and offer the option of tissue donation to potential donors.
• Review medical records and obtain consent for the donation.
• Perform donor medical history reviews and physical assessment.
• Gather pertinent data and accurately relay information to appropriate internal/external partners.
• Acquire birth tissue for transplant and research purposes.
• Ensure compliance with departmental procedures and industry standards/regulations throughout the process.
• Responsible for transporting supplies, tissue and blood samples to and from Saving Sight facilities.
• Prepare birth tissue and biological specimens for transport.
• Perform facility cleaning and equipment maintenance as required.
• Accurately document donor and tissue information on reports and in eye bank database system.
• Maintain Inventory and stock recovery supplies.
• Maintain current knowledge of policies, procedures and protocols and execute job responsibilities in accordance with such policies, procedures and protocols.
• Follows all Saving Sight Operating Procedures, EBAA medical standards, and other state and federal guidelines.
• Work with management staff to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and phone communication skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills, problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work independently, with limited direction, and in a team environment.
• Ability to work with distraction and to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Capable of handling sensitive information with confidentiality, objectivity and professionalism.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, Microsoft Office, general database, and web-based applications.

Basic Requirements:

• Must maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by the organization.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Requires schedule flexibility due to the birthing schedules.
• Bachelor's degree in health or science related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.
• Continual training and certification necessary for maintaining skills in this position.

Preferred Requirements:

• Medical or biological science background preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques is preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technician, Surgical Assistance or similar experience preferred.
• AATB Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) and /or EBAA Certified Eye Bank Technician (CEBT) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent periods of intense concentration, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Skilled in managing both mental and physical demands associated with extensive use of printed materials and prolonged periods of computer screen usage.
• Ability to perform delicate manual procedures requiring a high degree of dexterity.
• Long periods of sitting and/or standing may be required.
• Ability to climb stairs. Required to have a yearly flu vaccine.
• Required to have COVID-19 vaccine.
• Required to have a yearly TB test.
• Required to complete all additional partnering hospital requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, drug testing, vaccines, and screenings.
• Ability to lift and move more than 50 pounds.

Working Environment:

Ability and knowledge to work effectively in diverse environments, including standard office settings, outdoor conditions, and various hospital settings (e.g., patient floors, operating rooms, birthing rooms).

NOTE: The preceding statements describe the nature and level of assignments normally given job incumbents. They are not an exhaustive list of duties. Additional duties may be assigned. Saving Sight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our staff, and seek diversity in our applicants. Saving Sight does not unlawfully discriminate based on any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law. Saving Sight reserves the right to seek, hire and promote individuals who support the goals and mission of the organization.

At this time, we are only able to consider candidates who do not require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization.

In the last 5 years, the candidate must have 0 major moving violations and less than 3 minor moving violations.