Tissue Recovery Specialist - Surgical Technologist - Part-Time- Friday and Saturday

Versiti•Milwaukee, WI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Versiti is an organization that combines donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine, recognizing the value of blood and life. It houses the Blood Research Institute, facilitates life-saving donations, and provides scientific support through its diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together experts in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells, cellular therapies, oncology, genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical/scientific expertise to enhance patient outcomes, improve service quality, and reduce healthcare costs for various partners. The organization is dedicated to improving patient lives and supporting healthcare partners. The Tissue Recovery Specialist (TRS) operates under the direction of a Supervisor and is responsible for the surgical recovery and acquisition of tissue from donors referred by agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related healthcare field.
Associate's degree in related healthcare field plus an additional 3-5yrs experience may be substituted for the degree with the approval of Tissue Bank Management and Human Resources.
Surgical Technologist, Surgical Assistant, Circulating Nurse or similar certification may be substituted for the degree with the approval of Tissue Bank Management and Human Resources.
Ability to use a personal computer, Microsoft Office and the internet for data entry and retrieval of information.
Strong attention to detail and ensures accuracy in completing paperwork.
Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task in challenging and stressful situations, and utilizing conflict management.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication and rapport-building skills including the ability to listen actively and respond with empathy, tact, and sensitivity.
Ability to apply judgment and fact finding to solve problems.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology, medications, disease processes and human anatomy.
Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of operating room and/or patient care experience as a Surgical Technologist, Surgical Assistant, Circulating Nurse or similar position.
Familiarity with sterile technique and venipuncture skills.
American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) certification within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

Surgical recovery of tissue from donors in hospital operating rooms, Medical Examiner/Coroner offices, and funeral homes.
Acquires donated placentas and umbilical cords for transplant and research following Versiti Organ and Tissue procedures and protocols.
Coordinates maintenance and cleaning of instruments and equipment to ensure appropriate quality assurance standards are met.
Maintains inventory of supplies essential for recovery and acquisition of tissue.
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with hospital, Medical Examiner/Coroner, and funeral home staff to maximize donation opportunities and promote organ and tissue donation awareness.
May precept new TRS staff in conjunction with primary preceptor.
Coordinates and/or participates in various donation related community activities/events as assigned.
Maintains competence through attendance at mandatory and other job-related educational opportunities.
Actively participates in Lean and continuous improvement activities.
Follows applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures that impact specific job responsibilities and functions and performs assigned job functions in accordance with them to include those set forth by AATB (American Association of Tissue Banks), FDA (Food and Drug Administration), AORN (The Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations).
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.
Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures.