Tissue Procurement Technician - Legacy of Hope

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Alabama is seeking a Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician to support the Tissue Manager and Procurement Team Leader in the handling of bone, soft tissue, and heart for valve distribution to designated tissue processors.

This on-call role emphasizes procurement, packaging, and transportation activities, with responsibilities expanding to clinical-administrative tasks and on-call coverage as needed to ensure timely processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of medical, surgical, EMT, or nursing experience required.
• Familiarity with anatomy, aseptic technique, sterile fields, and surgical instruments preferred.
• Orthopaedics experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured for company vehicles; driving may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the procurement, packaging, and transportation of bone, soft tissue, and heart for valve for distribution to the designated tissue processor.
• Maintain on-call status as part of responsibilities.

Skills

Anatomy familiarity

Aseptic technique

Sterile fields

Surgical instruments

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Overview

Shifts: flexi/PRN

Schedules: varies

Entity: UA Health Services Foundation

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

The Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician will report directly to the LOH Tissue Manager for all administrative support. Under direct supervision of the Procurement Team Leader, the Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician is responsible for assistance in the procurement, packaging, and transportation of bone, soft tissue, and heart for valve for distribution to the designated tissue processor. Responsibilities include on-call status.

Qualifications

High school diploma; One (1) year medical, surgical, EMT or nursing experience required. Educational experience in nursing and/or medical school program may be considered.
Familiarity with anatomy, aseptic technique, principles of sterile fields, and surgical instruments is preferred. Experience in the field of orthopaedics is preferred.
Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured for company vehicles. May be required to drive personal vehicle. Liability coverage of $100,000.00 per person and $300,000.00 per accident for personal vehicle is required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.