Tissue Recovery Specialist (EMT, Paramedic and Surg Techs apply here)

Newenglanddonorservices; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance 2x annual salary

Fertility benefits

Inclusive healthcare programs

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

403(b) retirement plan with employer–s

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Job summary

New England Donor Services is seeking a Tissue Recovery Specialist to join its professional team in a surgical setting. You will be trained to aseptically remove tissues from deceased donors while developing your technical skills. The role includes on-call shifts and travel across New England from Vernon, CT.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail oriented, and able to work independently within a dynamic clinical environment, with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 2+ years professional experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Independent

Team oriented

Education

Associates degree or 2+ years experience

Job description

You have the opportunity to advance your healthcare career at New England Donor Services by joining a dynamic, professional team whose mission is to save and enhance lives through tissue donation.

As a Tissue Recovery Specialist you will become a member of a professional team working in a surgical setting where you will be trained to aseptically remove bones, skin, veins, corneas, heart-for-valves and additional tissues from deceased donors, while developing your technical skills in ways you never imagined possible.

Schedule

As a full-time employee you will be on-call for 7 shifts (2 shifts are 12 hours (on-call) and 5 shifts are 24 hours (on-call)) within a 14 day period. Shifts start at 10:00am or 10:00pm. The work schedule is varied and includes overnights, some holidays and every other weekend. Additional mandatory training and meetings required.

Orientation

During the first few weeks, travel to the Waltham, MA site will be required for orientation and training purposes. Approximately 3 days a week for the first 3-4 weeks will be required.

Travel

This position is based in Vernon, CT. However, you will travel throughout New England in NEDS vehicles. Must be comfortable with long periods of driving.

Ideal candidate

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, disciplined, detail oriented, independent, adaptable, team oriented and possess the stamina required to succeed in this intense and rewarding clinical setting.

• Associates degree or minimum 2 years professional experience
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have valid driver's license and a safe driving record
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills by multi-tasking and applying Standard Operating Procedures during day-to-day work functions
• Must be able to manage multiple systems and computer applications
• Must have intermediate understanding of medical terminology
• Ability to adapt to variable working conditions

What You'll Be a Part Of

You will be part of a team that supports the NEDS mission, to Save and Heal Lives, through the gift of Organ and Tissue Donation. As an NEDS employee, our benefits include:

• Generous paid time-off program
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health insurance coverage
• 2x Annual Salary Life Insurance
• Fertility Benefits
• Inclusive Healthcare Programs
• Flex Spending Account Options
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Organizational Contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Working Advantage discounts Program.
• Personal career and skill development opportunities

You can also participate in Corporate sponsored events like the annual Blue & Green Walk, Community Volunteering opportunities, Organization-wide team-building outings, and more!

When you join New England Donor Services you can expect competitive salaries and a great benefit package. Benefits include a generous paid time off program, BCBS Health and Dental Insurance, Healthcare ReimbursementAccount, 2x Annual SalaryLife Insurance, Pet Insurance, Flexible SpendingAccount (FSA), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, 403(b) Retirement Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee AssistanceProgram and Discounts throughWorking Advantage.

NewEnglishDonorServices is an equal opportunity employer and welcomescandidatesfromallbackgroundstoapplytomeettheneedsofthecommunitiesserve.

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