Tissue Recovery Specialist [EMT, Paramedic, ER Tech, OR Tech, Surgical Tech]

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 within a 14 day period (6 of the shifts are 24 hours on-call and 2 shifts are 12 hours on-call). You work every other weekend. 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 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. 

Qualifications :

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 drivers 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 Youll 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!

Additional Information :

HIRING ALERT: NEDS is actively taking precautions to protect our community staff and partners during this time of medical emergency due to COVID-19. In order to be employed at NEDS you must be vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19.

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.

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.

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Employment Type :

Full-time