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

Newenglanddonorservices; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

New England Donor Services seeks a Tissue Recovery Specialist to join a professional surgical team. You will receive hands-on paid training to aseptically recover bones, skin, veins, corneas, and heart valves from deceased donors, supporting lifesaving tissue donation.

Based in Waltham, MA, the role requires travel across New England; you must be comfortable driving long distances and meeting duties across sites. The position offers full-time hours with 3 rotating 12-hour shifts weekly.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 2+ years EMT/Paramedic/ER/OR Tech experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Must lift up to 75 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Vaccination: annual influenza vaccine required outside facilities.
• Able to work in fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Train and perform aseptic tissue recovery from donors under supervision.
• Travel within New England; drive and meet duties across sites.
• Work 3 12-hour shifts weekly with rotating blocks and overtime as needed.
• Follow SOPs and maintain safe, compliant operations.

Skills

EMT background

Paramedic background

ER Tech background

OR Tech background

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Associates degree

Job description

Looking for meaningful work, great benefits and a place to belong? We will train the right applicant... so join us, we'd love to have you on our team! 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 heal lives through tissue donation. As a Tissue Recovery Specialist, you will become a member of a professional surgical team where you will have hands on paid training to learn 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. Tissue donations are pivotal in helping children who require heart valve transplants lead full and healthy lives, breast cancer survivors in need of mastectomy surgeries feel whole again, restoring sight to those who suffer from corneal blindness, and so many others.

About you:

Your colleagues should describe you as a positive team player, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and mission-driven. You take great pride in your work and are motivated by the thought of being able to touch countless lives as a direct result of your work and through our mission. Candidates with EMT, Paramedic, ER Tech, OR Tech or Surgical Tech backgrounds with medical terminology and anatomy background strongly encouraged to apply!

Schedule:

As a full-time employee, you will be scheduled for 3 12-hour shifts per week. The schedule is comprised of 2 shifts that run for 12 weeks at a time. Days 7:00 am-7:00 pm Evenings 12:00 pm-12:00 am You will have every other weekend off, and the standard 1.5 overtime calculation will apply for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a given workweek. Additional mandatory training and meetings required.

Travel:

This position is based in Waltham, MA. However, it is likely you will travel throughout New England in NEDS vehicles. Must be comfortable with long periods of driving and possible travel in a small aircraft. Must live within a reasonable driving distance from the Waltham location. Candidates will be required to travel by personal vehicle to meet the duties and responsibilities of this position. Must maintain the requirements of an "eligible driver" including being at least 21 years old, maintaining an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and required minimum personal automobile insurance per NEDS automobile policy. Please note: We are currently interviewing for New Hire Orientation class for Fall 2026

The Ideal Candidate:

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

Additional Requirements:

• Associates degree or minimum 2 years professional experience as an EMT, Paramedic, ER Tech, OR Tech - hands on healthcare experience is a must!
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have a 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
• Annual influenza vaccination is required for employees who work in a clinical or healthcare environment outside of NEDS facilities.
• 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 an intermediate understanding of medical terminology
• Ability to adapt to variable working conditions

Benefits:

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 Reimbursement Account, 2x Annual Salary Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, 403(b) Retirement Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program and Discounts through Working Advantage.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

New England Donor Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply to meet the needs of the communities we serve.

Hear from some of our employees at www.neds.org/careers