Tissue Recovery Coordinator (Ottawa)

Ontario Health•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$36 - CA$45•Hybrid

About The Position

The Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN), part of Ontario Health, is responsible for the coordination of organ and tissue donation and transplantation in Ontario. This position is based out of Ottawa and surrounding area and involves significant travel around the region and as required anywhere in the province for the surgical recovery of human eyes. The Tissue Recovery Coordinator role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in the surgical recovery phase of the tissue donation process.

Requirements

University degree or college diploma in health sciences, nursing (RPN), funeral services, pathology assistant, paramedicine, biological sciences or a recognized equivalent is required
Four (4) years’ work experience in a health sciences environment specifically in, operating room, pathology, paramedicine, funeral services or clinical laboratory medical setting is preferred or a combination of equivalent experience and education
A valid class G driver's license without restrictions and access to a reliable vehicle is required
Ability to drive long distances required
Ability to work a variety of 24 hour on-call shifts including days, nights, weekends and statutory holidays is required
Ability to lift parcels up to 35 lbs and move patients with similar forces
Ability to travel throughout the assigned area and on occasion as needed across the province is required. On occasion it may require taking a flight to recover tissue for example in Thunder Bay.
Demonstration of good hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and surgical conscience are required
Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

Certification in eye or tissue banking, blood banking or laboratory technology is an asset
Experience in organ and tissue donation, tissue recovery and/or processing is an asset
Demonstrated in depth knowledge of biological and health sciences as well as quality assurance and aseptic technique is preferred
Proven ability to maintain and protect patient confidentiality at all times, demonstrating use of discretion and sound judgment and attention to detail
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Responsibilities

Performs the surgical recovery of eye tissue (in-situ/corneal excision and whole globe) from deceased individuals
Packages and transports tissues in accordance with TGLN and Health Canada standards using aseptic technique
As required, will assist with the recovery of human heart valves, skin and muscle-skeletal tissues
Coordinates the tissue recovery process, which includes assessing the medical suitability of potential tissue donors in collaboration with members of the TGLN team
Performs the screening, evaluation, packaging and transportation of human tissue, and collection of blood and other test samples in accordance with TGLN standards
Performs technical duties in support of the recovery such as medical chart review, blood draw and physical examination of the deceased as well as other technical responsibilities
Works closely with TGLN’s Provincial Resource Centre and local healthcare professionals throughout the process to obtain required information and support
Ensures that all documentation is recorded accurately and completely.
Reviews documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established processes
Maintains and prepares equipment and supplies
Assists with projects, and the development of processes and documentation
Performs quality control functions related to the role
Performs other duties consistent with the role, as required