The Tissue Recovery Technician is responsible for using aseptic technique to assist and/or to perform the recovery of post-mortem human tissue including bone, connective tissue, skin, heart for heart valves, and/or veins to ensure safe grafts for transplantation. Tissue recovered may be for the purpose of transplant, research, and education. Must exhibit and model STA’s Core Values of Passionate, Selfless, Team Player in all job functions and interactions both internal and external to STA.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs duties as assigned from the Tissue Recovery Technician II during each case in compliance with STA’s policies and procedures.
• Performs duties related to donor preparation.
• Performs duties by performing the surgical removal of human tissue for the purpose of transplant, research, and education.
• Responds promptly and reports to tissue donor cases once assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience Qualifications:

• Associates degree in a life science, certification in surgical technology/medical/paramedical professional is preferred to perform all technical functions of the position / equivalent work-related experience.

• Knowledge of aseptic technique, Human Anatomy and Physiology; disease processes, surgical instrumentation and maintenance.

• Self-motivated and possess the ability to meet the requirements of a demanding call schedule required.

• Excellent oral, written and documentation skills. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and to represent the organization publicly.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team required

• Ability to cope with high levels of stress and able to handle a heavy workload.

• Ability to meet assigned deadlines.

• Ability to travel in light and commercial aircraft, or drive his/her personal auto in order to meet all job

duties and responsibilities. Current Driver’s License required.

Founded in 1974, Southwest Transplant Alliance (STA) plays a vital role in the recovery of donated organs and tissues for transplant. We are part of a nationwide network of agencies that are responsible for coordinating the recovery and allocation of organs and tissues within our federally designated service area. Since our founding, we’ve recovered more than 35,000 organs and saved or enhanced the lives of more than 100,000 people.
We believe that life is a gift, and our purpose is to save lives through organ and tissue donation and transplantation. Care and compassion is at the heart of what we do - OUR TEAM across the state is committed to being passionate, selfless team players. Together, we save lives.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dallas, TX 75231: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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