Aseptic Tissue Recovery Specialist (Travel)

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Tissue Recovery Technician to perform aseptic recovery of tissues such as eyes, bones, ligaments, and heart valves in accordance with policy. The role involves moving donors, using Surgical Sterile Technique, and ensuring accurate labeling and shipping of specimens.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of anatomy, and basic lab understanding. CTBS certification is preferred and operating room experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of abdominal and thoracic anatomy is required.
• CTBS certification preferred; related certifications (Surgical Technician, EMT, Eye Bank Tech, RN or LPN) may be considered.
• Basic understanding of laboratory values within six months of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Performs aseptic recovery of tissue including eyes, bones, ligaments, tendons, heart valves, vessels and skin.
• Lifts, positions and transports donors at the donor hospital with sterile technique.
• Collects blood samples from donors and labels, packages and ships to the lab.
• Maintains donor and tissue records under QA supervision.
• Packages and arranges pickup of biohazard material and documents discard procedures.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CTBS certification preferred

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Tissue Recovery Technician to perform aseptic recovery of tissues such as eyes, bones, ligaments, and heart valves in accordance with policy. The role involves moving donors, using Surgical Sterile Technique, and ensuring accurate labeling and shipping of specimens.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of anatomy, and basic lab understanding. CTBS certification is preferred and operating room experience is a plus.