Tissue Coordinator

Ontario Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Ontario is seeking a highly motivated temporary full-time Tissue Coordinator to manage tissue donation processes. This role involves donor screening, family engagement for consent, and coordination with tissue banks, requiring strong communication and organizational skills in a collaborative environment. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and preferably three years of experience in healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years working experience in organ and tissue donation.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting donor screening and assessments.
• Engaging families for consent to donate tissues.
• Coordinating recovery activities and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Motivated Self-Starter

Collaboration

Education

University degree or college diploma in health sciences or biological sciences

Certification in eye or tissue banking (CEBT/CTBS) or equivalent

Job description

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Reporting to : Manager PRC Tissue

Worksite : Toronto (currently virtual; subject to change)

Schedule : Combination of weekday and weekend 12-hour shifts

Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN), part of Ontario Health, is responsible for the coordination of organ and tissue donation and transplantation in Ontario. Our mandate includes increasing public awareness of the importance of organ and tissue donation, educating healthcare professionals, and ensuring a safe and effective donation and transplant system in Ontario. We value honesty, trust, respect, and compassion, working collaboratively with our stakeholders and fostering organizational and individual growth.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated temporary full-time Tissue Coordinator (TC). The incumbent will provide professional services related to tissue donation in alignment with TGLN's mission and values. Responsibilities include completing donor screening processes, approaching families for consent, securing tissue acceptance by various tissue banks, coordinating recovery activities, and conducting family follow-up post-donation for consented non-recovered tissues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Donor screening: assessing clinical suitability and completing medical/social history with family consultation
• Telephone consent approach: engaging families and securing donation consent
• Case coordination: offering tissues to banks, providing donor history, negotiating OR time and location, and hospital services
• Supporting donor families
• Leading the team when assigned
• Quality assurance and compliance with occupational health and safety standards
• Responding to hospital calls, conducting preliminary assessments, and providing expert consultation on tissue donation
• Providing complete and compliant information to tissue banks
• Approaching substitute decision makers, reapproaching if necessary, and applying new approach techniques
• Engaging with onsite hospital personnel for risk assessment, testing, and evaluation
• Facilitating tissue donation with coroners and obtaining surgical privileges when needed
• Coordinating recovery timing and confirming facility availability
• Communicating with families and hospital staff regarding donation status and transport
• Managing team shifts, case follow-ups, and documentation accuracy

Qualifications for success:

• University degree or college diploma in health sciences, biological sciences, or equivalent
• Certification in eye or tissue banking (CEBT/CTBS), blood banking, or healthcare credentials (asset)
• Minimum three years' experience in organ/tissue donation or healthcare environment
• Experience working with patients and families in crisis (preferred)
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a 24/7 environment, including weekends and holidays

Knowledge and skills required:

• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in teams
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of biological and health sciences, quality standards (asset)
• Discretion and sound judgment in maintaining confidentiality
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong time management and prioritization skills

Rate of Pay : $34.13 to $42.65 per hour

Employment Type : Temporary full-time (18 months)

Employment Location : Toronto (currently virtual; subject to change)

All applicants must be residents of Ontario. Applicants must confirm full COVID-19 vaccination status; unvaccinated applicants will be asked about accommodation needs under the law.