Birth Tissue Technician

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with birth hospital staff.
• Provide education regarding the donation process and offer the option of tissue donation to potential donors.
• Review medical records and obtain consent for the donation.
• Perform donor medical history reviews and physical assessment.
• Gather pertinent data and accurately relay information to appropriate internal/external partners.
• Acquire birth tissue for transplant and research purposes.

• Ensure compliance with departmental procedures and industry standards/regulations throughout the process.
• Responsible for transporting supplies, tissue and blood samples to and from Saving Sight facilities.
• Prepare birth tissue and biological specimens for transport.
• Perform facility cleaning and equipment maintenance as required.
• Accurately document donor and tissue information on reports and in eye bank database system.
• Maintain Inventory and stock recovery supplies.
• Maintain current knowledge of policies, procedures and protocols and execute job responsibilities in accordance with such policies, procedures and protocols.
• Follows all Saving Sight Operating Procedures, EBAA medical standards, and other state and federal guidelines.
• Work with management staff to ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate and support the process of birth tissue and tissue donation in accordance with organizational protocols and federal/state regulations.
• Serve as a liaison between donor families, hospitals, and recovery teams to ensure timely and respectful donation procedures.
• Ensure all recovery processes are conducted using proper aseptic techniques to maintain sterility and tissue integrity.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Medical or biological science background preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and phone communication skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills, problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work independently, with limited direction, and in a team environment.
• Ability to work with distraction and to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Capable of handling sensitive information with confidentiality, objectivity and professionalism.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, Microsoft Office, general database, and web-based applications.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by the organization.
• Must have reliable transportation.

• Bachelor's degree in health or science related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.
• Continual training and certification necessary for maintaining skills in this position.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technician, Surgical Assistance or similar experience preferred.
• AATB Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) and /or EBAA Certified Eye Bank Technician (CEBT) preferred.

• Requires schedule flexibility due to the birthing schedules.
• Frequent periods of intense concentration, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Skilled in managing both mental and physical demands associated with extensive use of printed materials and prolonged periods of computer screen usage.
• Ability to perform delicate manual procedures requiring a high degree of dexterity.
• Long periods of sitting and/or standing may be required.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Required to have a yearly flu vaccine.
• Required to have COVID-19 vaccine.
• Required to have a yearly TB test.
• Ability to lift and move more than 50 pounds.

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