Tissue Recovery Coordinator (7p-7a) Cincinnati, OH

Network For Hope; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Life and disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Network For Hope in Cincinnati, Ohio, is looking for a Tissue Recovery Coordinator to facilitate the recovery, preservation, and transportation of donated tissues. You will manage logistics, perform aseptic recovery, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in healthcare or related fields. The role offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. Join a dedicated team making a difference through tissue donation.

Qualifications

• Preferred post‑secondary education in a medical or related field.
• Ideal candidate has previous healthcare, pathology, or funeral home experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prepare donors for tissue recovery.
• Manage logistics for transporting donors.
• Perform aseptic recovery of tissues in accordance with protocols.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain documentation.

Skills

Healthcare knowledge

Organizational skills

Aseptic techniques

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Network for Hope (NFH), we are committed to providing life‑enhancing tissue donations that help improve the lives of individuals in need. As a Tissue Recovery Coordinator (TRC), you will play an integral role in facilitating the recovery, preservation, and transportation of donated tissues in accordance with industry standards. You will ensure that all procedures are performed with the utmost care, professionalism, and attention to detail, reflecting NFH's mission, vision, and values. This position may also involve non‑technical duties such as maintaining supplies and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Tissue Recovery & Preparation

• Identify and prepare donors for tissue recovery, including postmortem preparation and operating room sanitation.
• Organize and prepare operating rooms or recovery suites for tissue recovery.
• Manage logistics for transporting donors.
• Perform aseptic recovery of tissues while maintaining sterility in line with NFH policies and procedures.
• Collect blood, tissue samples, and cultures using surgical/medical instruments per protocols.
• Ensure proper post‑recovery decontamination of the room, instruments, and equipment, including instrument trays for sterilization.
• Record received supplies and maintain the supply room to ensure it is fully stocked.

Regulatory Compliance

• Adhere to regulations and standards ensuring all recovery processes follow the required operating procedures and quality standards.
• Verify that recovery documents, blood samples, and cultures are accurately labeled and complete.
• Regularly review Standard Operating Procedures, attend required meetings, complete trainings, and check emails for updates.
• Follow NFH's guidelines on attendance, tasks, mileage, holidays, Paid Time Off, and scheduling.

Other Duties

• Consult with Tissue Leadership or affiliated tissue bank coordinators as needed.
• Attend meetings and continuing education programs as required.
• Assist with providing public and professional education programs as directed.
• Participate in the training and mentoring of new personnel under the direction of Tissue Leadership.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education or training in a medical or related field preferred.

Experience: Previous healthcare, pathology, or funeral home experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification: None required.

Why Join Us?

At Network for Hope, we are dedicated to making a life‑saving difference through tissue donation. As a Tissue Recovery Coordinator, you will be a critical part of this mission, ensuring that all recovery and preparation processes are performed with the highest standards of care. Join a team that is passionate about improving lives and advancing the field of organ and tissue donation.

About Us

Network for Hope is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving and enhancing lives through organ and tissue donation. We work tirelessly to provide exceptional care to our donor families, facilitate organ and tissue recovery, and educate the communities we serve. The dynamic field of organ and tissue donation offers exciting and rewarding employment opportunities for those looking to make a meaningful difference in others' lives.

Benefits

Network for Hope offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k); life and disability insurance; pet insurance discounts; and wellness programs like Calm. We also provide education reimbursement, flexible schedules, and on‑the‑job training to support personal and professional growth.

Network for Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant of E‑Verify.