About this opportunity
New England Donor Services lists this Tissue Recovery Specialist CT opportunity in vernon, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
Qualifications:
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 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!
Additional Information
HIRING ALERT:
NEDS continues to take precautions to protect our community, staff and partners from 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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Who can apply
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