Birth Tissue Coordinator

DCI Donor Services, Inc.; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 34,853 - 50,709; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 176 hours of PTO your first year

Two Medical Plans (PPO or HDHP)

Dental and Vision Coverage

403(b) plan with matching contribution

Company provided term life and disability insurance

Wellness Program

Cell phone discounts through Verizon

Job summary

A leading tissue donation organization in California seeks a Birth Tissue Coordinator. In this role, you will advocate for placenta donation, collaborate with hospitals, and ensure proper recovery procedures. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and experience in tissue banking or surgical environments. Benefits include competitive pay, medical plans, and generous PTO. Join us in our mission to save lives through donation.

Qualifications

• Two years of tissue banking or surgical operating room experience is preferred.
• AATB Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) and/or EBAA Certified Eye Bank Technician (CEBT) is preferred.
• LPN or CNA is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onsite birth tissue recovery initiatives with hospitals.
• Initiate the discussion for placenta donation with new mothers.
• Obtain informed consent and complete necessary assessments.
• Acquire donated birth tissue using aseptic techniques.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective oral communication

Effective written communication

Proper aseptic techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Electronic medical records database

Personal protective equipment

Job description

Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at SDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! The Birth Tissue Coordinator will obtain authorization from a new mother (after cesarean delivery) to recover donated placenta. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats are a must. While a nursing license is not required to perform in this role, this is an excellent opportunity for an LPN or CNA!

COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION

Sierra Donor Services is part of the DCI Donor Services family. For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.

Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobili

WHAT IS BIRTH TISSUE DONATION?

Did you know your baby’s birth tissue could be used to benet someone else? Often, the birth tissue is discarded along with medical waste. But with your donation, this same birth tissue can help dozens of others.

Placenta donation, or birth tissue recovery, is a program of Sierra Donor Services that utilizes the birth tissue’s remarkable ability to heal. After the baby’s birth, the birth tissue’s cellular components and amniotic membrane can be repurposed to create products for wound healing, scar tissue repair, and wound tissue regeneration.

Birth tissue can be used for face and eye injuries, burns, oral surgeries, spine surgeries, diabetic foot ulcers, leg ulcers, bed sores, and a variety of other soft tissue healing.

Below are some of the key accountabilities this position will hold:

• Corresponds with hospitals and birthing centers to coordinate onsite birth tissue recovery initiatives. Travels by car to assigned facilities to provide appropriate recovery and education support.
• Initiates the donation discussion for placenta donation with new moms prior to delivery. Provides education on how the mother's new baby can be Life's Little Helper!
• Coordinates birth tissue donation process by obtaining informed consent, completing the Donor Risk Assessment Interview, and determines suitability.
• Acquires donated birth tissue using proper aseptic techniques and personal protective equipment.
• Enters timely and accurate medical records in electronic database.
• Collaborates and maintains effective communication with nurses, obstetricians, and other medical personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned

SCHEDULE

This position is generally Monday - Friday but may require the occasional weekend if a delivery is prescheduled.

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Two years tissue banking or related experience or surgical operating room experience.
• AATB Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) and/or EBAA Certified Eye Bank Technician (CEBT), ORT preferred.
• LPN or CNA highly desired!

PHYSICAL TRAITS

Sits, stands, walks, and drives. Observes, talks, and listens. Reads, writes, communicates verbally and in writing. Lifts and carries containers, tissues, and supplies (up to 80 lbs.). Handles small and sharp instrumentation. Travels in automobiles to and from hospital and donor recovery locations.

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Up to 176 hours of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon

You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 48 hours from submission of your application to be considered for the position.

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.

Compensation details: 25.3-36.81 Hourly Wage