Recovery Technician

ADVANCING SIGHT NETWORK•Huntsville, AL

175d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Technician is responsible for performing aseptic surgical recovery of ocular tissue from deceased donors for transplant, research, and education, ensuring compliance with FDA, EBAA, and organizational protocols. This role supports recovery operations and cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance and Distribution, Research, and contributes to the organization’s mission by maintaining professionalism in sensitive environments, ensuring accurate documentation, and facilitating safe transport of recovered tissue.

Requirements

Two years of experience and an associate's degree in a related field preferred.
Excellent documentation, organization, and assessment skills.
Computer literacy and familiarity with databases and office software.
Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and efficiently.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external contacts.
Must maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information.
Valid drivers license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to donor notifications and plan for timely recoveries.
Confirm consent documentation and Donor Risk Assessment information.
Perform sterile surgical recovery of ocular tissue using in-situ or enucleation techniques.
Draw and qualify blood samples for serological testing.
Perform donor physical assessments and review medical records for eligibility.
Label and package tissue and specimens per SOPs for transport to processing labs and consignees.
Ship donor blood samples to reference laboratories.
Enter donor and recovery data into approved databases.
Maintain compliance with FDA, EBAA, and internal SOP standards.
Uphold sterile technique and high standards of safety throughout all procedures.
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of recovery activities.
Maintain laboratory equipment and work areas in compliance with SOPs and work instructions.
Ensure readiness of instruments and supplies for recovery procedures.
Participate in team meetings and training sessions.
Attend departmental meetings and contribute to performance reviews when requested.
Ensure accurate data entry into electronic systems and utilize digital tools for tissue tracking and compliance reporting.
Be available for on-call shifts to respond to urgent recovery requests.
Stay updated on changes in FDA/EBAA standards and participate in policy updates.
Provide feedback on recovery processes to support continuous improvement initiatives.