Tissue Recovery Technician - NIGHT SHIFT

Lifeline of Ohio•Columbus, OH

21h

About The Position

Lifeline of Ohio is seeking a Tissue Recovery Technician to join its Tissue Recovery team. Lifeline of Ohio coordinates and promotes organ, eye, and tissue donation across Ohio. Consistent with the organization’s mission, vision, and values, this position coordinates clinical aspects of tissue recovery in collaboration with referral centers and partner services. The technician evaluates whether patient referrals are suitable for donation and follows applicable regulatory standards. This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position on the night shift, with call hours from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The schedule consists of three or four shifts per week depending on staff rotation. Schedule flexibility is needed, and shift length may vary based on donor activity. The role includes recovering tissue for transplant and/or research, preparing and packing tissue for shipment, collecting and verifying donor information and documentation, and coordinating recovery activities with facilities, technicians, processors, and other staff. The technician may also assist with operating room setup and recovery activities and chart in the donation database during recovery.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Experience in a healthcare-related field, knowledge of human anatomy, sterile and aseptic technique, medical terminology, or equivalent is highly preferred.
Regular and timely attendance.
Clean driving record.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the office.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare-related field, knowledge of human anatomy, sterile and aseptic technique, medical terminology, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Recover tissue to maximize availability for transplant and/or research.
Prepare the operating room for the recovery process.
Work with the Tissue Coordinator to perform physical examinations and document findings.
Inspect the donor identification band to confirm positive identification.
Arrange instruments for recovery.
Use sterile and aseptic technique during recovery.
Prepare processor-specific shipping boxes, pack tissue and required materials, and ensure appropriate shipping materials are present.
Collect donor information and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state requirements and industry guidelines.
Initial charts for authorization; confirm donor and testing-material identification; verify shipment information for electronic charting; and verify labeling of tissue, blood, and cultures.
Verify authorization for accepted tissue cases and review relevant medical records.
Arrange operating room time with the recovery facility, contact Tissue Technicians, and verify paperwork with the team.
Confirm processor acceptance and help supervise preparation of packing supplies.
Call appropriate hospital and processor staff.
Help prepare the operating room and assist the team during recovery when needed.
Chart concurrently in the donation database during recovery.
Verify that the correct grafts are recovered and packaged according to processor standards.
Arrange shipping of recovered tissue.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Affordable and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including PPO, HDHP, and HSA options.
Generous PTO bank available for immediate use.
Nine holidays and two floating holidays of the employee’s choice.
Paid maternity, paternity, and family leave.
Free, unlimited access for the employee and their partner to Maven, a virtual women's and family health platform.
Company-provided term life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance coverage.
Company-paid certifications and license renewals.
Tuition reimbursement stipend.
401(k) plan with company match.
Performance bonuses.
Internal advancement and promotion opportunities.