Tissue Recovery Specialist - (Funeral Services professionals - apply here)

New England Donor Services•Waltham, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tissue Recovery Specialist supports New England Donor Services’ mission to save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation. This role is based in Waltham, Massachusetts, and involves travel throughout New England in NEDS-authorized vehicles. The specialist should be comfortable with long periods of driving and possible travel in a small aircraft, and must live within a reasonable driving distance of the Waltham location. The role requires maintaining eligible-driver status, including being at least 21 years old and having an acceptable motor vehicle record and automobile insurance under NEDS policy. This is a full-time position scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week. Shifts are arranged in two-shift blocks that run for 12 weeks at a time: day shifts are 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., and evening shifts are 12:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m. The schedule includes every other weekend off. Hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek receive the standard 1.5 overtime calculation. Additional mandatory training and meetings are required. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, disciplined, detail-oriented, independent, adaptable, team-oriented, and able to succeed in an intense, fast-paced clinical setting. Hands-on healthcare experience and an intermediate understanding of medical terminology are required. EMT, Paramedic, ER Tech, OR Tech, and Surgical Tech candidates are encouraged to apply. The position also requires the ability to lift up to 75 pounds and stand for extended periods. Employees working in a clinical or healthcare environment outside NEDS facilities must receive an annual influenza vaccination. New hire orientation is currently planned for December 2026, January 2027, and February 2027. NEDS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds.

Requirements

Associate degree or a minimum of 2 years of professional experience as an EMT, Paramedic, ER Tech, or OR Tech; hands-on healthcare experience is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Must be at least 21 years old and maintain eligible-driver status, including an acceptable motor vehicle record and automobile insurance per NEDS policy.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Intermediate understanding of medical terminology.
Ability to thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment.
Ability to apply critical thinking, multitask, and follow Standard Operating Procedures during day-to-day work.
Ability to manage multiple systems and computer applications.
Ability to adapt to variable working conditions.
Comfort with long periods of driving and possible travel in a small aircraft.
Must live within a reasonable driving distance of the Waltham location.
Annual influenza vaccination is required for employees working in a clinical or healthcare environment outside NEDS facilities.

Nice To Haves

Background as an EMT, Paramedic, ER Tech, OR Tech, or Surgical Tech; candidates with these backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Medical terminology and anatomy background.

Benefits

Generous paid time-off program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Mental health insurance coverage
Life insurance equal to 2x annual salary
Fertility benefits
Inclusive healthcare programs
Flexible spending account options
403(b) retirement plan with organizational contributions
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet insurance
Working Advantage discounts program
Personal career and skill development opportunities
Corporate-sponsored events, community volunteering opportunities, and organization-wide team-building outings