Per Diem Surgical Coordinator - Tissue

Responsible for activities associated with tissue recovery. Works with general guidelines and in coordination with LifeLink staff and Logistics Support Personnel. Applies principles of sterile technique and surgical expertise in the recovery of a variety of cadaveric tissues for transplant. Participates in a rotating per-diem schedule for bone and tissue recoveries and maintains and open line of communication with the Tissue Primary Coordinator and Director of Recovery Services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consults with supervisors as it relates to accepted performances of various responsibilities.
• Adheres to established protocols set forth in the LifeLink Foundation Tissue Bank Standards and Procedures Manual.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and comprehension of aseptic technique.
• Inspect and monitor equipment, supplies, and instrumentation being used for procurement.
• Observes environmental conditions and takes corrective measures as necessary. Reports deficiencies to supervisor.
• Perform any other duties deemed necessary by the tissue manager or primary coordinator.
• Assist in the preparation of all sterile work areas and supplies needed for various stages of procurement.
• Participates in the surgical recovery of human tissue for transplantation.
• Demonstrates ability to circulate in an operating room setting.

REQUIREMENTS

• Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician Certification and a minimum of two years of experience in any one of these fields.
• Arrive at the office or location instructed within one hour of their being activated or within the timeframe established according logistics. Consistent tardiness is not acceptable.
• Respond to calls immediately and within 15 minutes of the call;
• Ability to stand for ninety percent of the work time;
• Work require extended hours in the performance of tissue recovery activities.
• Job performance and responsibilities require:
  • Ability to stand for ninety percent of the work time;
  • Interpersonal skills to interact with fellow staff members, hospital staff, coordinators, supervisors and management;
  • Visual acuity and moral dexterity necessary to prepare tissue for clinical use and procure tissue in an aseptic manner;
  • Respond to calls immediately and within 15 minutes of the call;
  • Arrive at the office or location instructed within one hour of their being activated or within the timeframe established according logistics. Consistent tardiness is not acceptable.
• Available to provide per diem services, any time during weekdays (Monday to Friday), a must.
• Travel to hospitals around Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands.
• A minimum of one year of experience in sterile tissue recovery.
• Visual acuity and moral dexterity necessary to prepare tissue for clinical use and procure tissue in an aseptic manner;
• Interpersonal skills to interact with fellow staff members, hospital staff, coordinators, supervisors and management;