Tissue Recovery Technician I

Description Job Title: Tissue Recovery Technician I Department: Tissue Reports to: Director of Tissue Recovery Exemption: Non-Exempt Date Revised: 5/15/2025 Position Summary A Tissue Recovery Technician is responsible for the recovery, culturing and packaging of human musculoskeletal and dermis tissue for transplant and research. Essential Functions Demonstrates ability to pull applicable supplies required for recovery and document accordinglyDemonstrates ability to take applicable case related photographsDemonstrates knowledge of appropriate PPE use based on traffic patterns in the recovery facilityDemonstrates ability to properly set up an operating room for a tissue recoveryProficient in all tasks required for a tissue recovery including surgical hand scrubbing, sterile gown and gloving, maintaining aseptic technique, donor preparation, draping, recovery procedures, culturing, packaging and labeling of recovered tissuesDemonstrates knowledge of applicable surgical instrumentsAbility to obtain blood samplesAbility to competently recover musculoskeletal and dermis grafts with minimal to no assistanceDemonstrates proper reconstruction technique post tissue recoveryDemonstrates proper cleaning of instruments, equipment and recovery spacesDemonstrates the ability to adequately perform and tissue verification process for packaging and labeling of recovered tissues Job Role Expectations Maintains all applicable competency annuallyReviews and completes all assigned tasks in Q-Pulse in a timely mannerCompletes all Training courses in a timely mannerMaintains an average iTx task closure rate = 5 daysAble to navigate various necessary LOPA data/software systemsResponds to call within 15 minutes when on callAttends all mandatory departmental meetings and educational sessionsParticipates in call schedule, meeting minimum on call requirements based on full-time statusParticipates in research recovery projects, as neededAssists in restocking of used and unused supplies Organizational Expectations Uphold LOPA core values of selfless, authentic and passionateUse constructive and positive communicationBe a team playerHold yourself and others accountableKeep a positive attitudeBe respectful of othersTimely completion of all required educational training, tasks and SOP reviews by assigned due date Role Progression Role immediately ahead of Tissue Recovery Technician I (TRT I) is a Tissue Recovery Technician II (TRT II)Ability to recover all cardiovascular grafts with little to no assistance Work Environment Possible exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, airborne illnesses, hazardous materials, pharmacological agents with little likelihood of harm if established health precautions are followed.May, at times, have exposure to blood, packaged organs and tissues for transplant and/or research in a hospital setting or while in the office.Possible mental, physical and visual fatigue associated with detailed workTravel via vehicle or airplane may be necessaryMay recover in areas other than the LOPA OR’s, i.e. coroner’s office or a hospital Physical Demands Ability to stand for extended periods of timeAbility to assist in the moving and transferring of donors of various weightsRepetitive movements of wrists and hands while using various surgical instrumentsAbility to lift packed boxes of various weights Work Hours Up to twelve(12) call shifts/monthShift length is sixteen(16) hours eachCovering holidays as outlined in handbookOne scheduled office day per month Requirements Education and Experience High school diploma or GED; or 2+ years of tissue procurement experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of structures, systems and services of LOPAKnowledge of medical terminologyKnowledge of technological resources including phone systems, PDA’s, etc.Skill in establishing and maintaining relationships with internal and external contactsBasic skill in email and word processingAbility to be flexible in a dynamic work environmentAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to deliver effective verbal and written communication