Tissue Recovery Specialist - Per Diem at HonorBridge

<p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Are you looking to find a career in the medical field that is working to save a life every day or become part of someone’s legacy? If so, HonorBridge is seeking a positive, energetic, and highly motivated individual to join our team.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">HonorBridge is the largest Organ Procurement Organization in North Carolina.&nbsp; We partner with hospitals, transplant centers and other partners to coordinate the organ and tissue donation process.&nbsp; We are passionate about inspiring our community to register as organ and tissue donors and provide support to the families of those who give the gift of life.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Job Summary:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Due to growth, HonorBridge is recruiting for a Tissue Recovery Specialist to work in our new facility in Chapel Hill.&nbsp; The Tissue Recovery Specialist works in an operating room setting for the surgical recovery of donated tissue.&nbsp; This position provides on the the job training. The ideal candidate has 1 year of experience in the medical field and is passionate about making an impact in the lives of others.&nbsp; EMTs, EMS, Paramedics, Surgical Technologist / Technicians, Patient Care Techs, Operating Room Tech, or other health care workers who truly want to make an impact every day are strongly encouraged to apply!</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span class="u-regular-font">*</span><span class="u-regular-font">*</span><span class="u-regular-font">Per diem staff are re</span><span class="u-regular-font">quired to give 8 primary shifts a month (days and nights) of availability with at least 4 being weekend shifts, during their training period. In addition, they are required to give 13 days a month of availability.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What you’ll be doing:&nbsp; </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em>Recovery Specialist</em></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Perform tissue recovery in an operating room setting.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate and learn proper aseptic and surgical technique.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate and learn skillful use of surgical instrumentation and equipment.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Perform operating room setup ensuring correct supplies are documented and utilized for the specific tissue recovery.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Reports low levels of stock and maintain an organized supply storage area</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Completes daily, weekly, monthly, and terminal cleaning of clinical space.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Performs pre and post cleaning of operating room.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em>OR Lead</em></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborates with the recovery team in a professional manner</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Works with a team to achieve a high level of efficiency and cooperation.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Aseptically packages recovered tissue and ships tissue</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Performs the recovery of additional tissue types, aortic iliac and heart for valve tissue</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Completes case documentation completely and accurately.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Performs follow-up according to established standards and policies</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Documents case related data and paperwork accurately and in a timely manner</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em>Donation Coordinator</em></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Coordinates the overall Tissue Donation process.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Communicates effectively to hospitals, funeral homes, transporters, and partners</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Coordinates with the Tissue Administrator on Call, Call Center, and the Recovery Teams</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Packs supplies, ships tissues or assist in the operating room</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Complies with quality assurance policies and procedures</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collects documentation in donor record and organizes material</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Utilizes EMR systems to upload donor’s medical record</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Maintains electronic medical record (EMR) access to available hospitals.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Utilizes medical information from remote EMR access to obtain and review available medical records.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Maintains confidentiality of all patient and donor/recipient information</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em>Additional Responsibilities:</em></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Participates in staff meetings, continuing education opportunities and educational skills/wet labs</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Utilizes technology such as Microsoft software, donation software documentation, copier/fax machines and EMR systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assists with training and the development of other team members</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Engages in process improvement projects and other lean tools to improve the tissue donation process</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Physical Requirements:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">lifts, positions, pushes and /or transfers donors and / or supplies &lt; 20lbs: Greater than 65% of the time</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">lifts, positions, pushes and /or transfers donors and / or supplies &lt; 50lbs:&nbsp; Less than 35% of the time</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">lifts, positions, pushes and /or transfers donors and / or supplies &lt; 100lbs:&nbsp; Less than 35% of the time</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Work Environment:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prolonged sitting and prolonged standing</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Some travel within service area is required.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">One year of experience in a clinical environment.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Surgical tech background or Surgical Technologist / Technicians, Patient Care Techs, Operating Room Tech experience preferred but not required.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Associates degree with a concentration in healthcare is strongly preferred but not required.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Individuals are required to become CTBS certified within 2 years of successfully completing training</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong interpersonal and communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to function in high-pressure situations.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience in form completion and documentation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Valid state driver’s license required.&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What is in it for you?</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Professional Development and Growth</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A chance to save a life!</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Plus a lot more</span>!</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>