JOB PURPOSE

The Tissue Bank Specialist performs screening of medical records for evaluation of donor suitability for the surgical retrieval of ocular, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and skin tissue from cadaveric donors. Duties include screening, evaluation, consent, procurement, preservation, processing and storage of donor tissue. Other duties include the distribution and tracking of human tissue allografts for transplantation and performing procedures required for engineering of all human tissue allografts.

TBS assist the Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) in the recovery, processing, preservation and distribution of human tissues for transplantation. TBS also educates professional staff, the public and families on Tissue Donation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Science or health care discipline from a recognized university OR
• Successful completion of a recognized two (2) year program in a health care discipline, which includes anatomy and physiology courses, and two (2) years of related experience;
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within NB;
• Demonstrate peri-operative aseptic and surgical scrub techniques.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills as well as team work & collaboration skills and be able to take direction well.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis;
• Ability to perform the duties of the position;
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in tissue recovery, preservation, processing, and distribution, working collaboratively with other tissue bank staff.
• Work with the TB02 to ensure adherence to Health Canada Regulations, and CSA and AATB Standards for Tissue Banking in all procedures.
• Provide after hours and weekend on-call for tissue/corneal retrievals as required.
• Support front line caregivers by obtaining consent and discussing tissue donation with families in crisis during stressful, highly emotional times.
• Obtain authorization/consent for donation of tissues, from families/next-of-kin for deceased donors and patients for living donors.
• Liaises with local and other provincial multi-disciplinary health care facilities/professionals to assist in determining donor eligibility of each potential donor.
• Consult with coroners, pathologists and family physicians in the coordination and retrieval of tissues.
• Assist the TB02 in completing medical chart reviews, medical/social/behavioral screening (DRAI), and physical examination to determine eligibility for tissue donation.
• Assist in the organization of recovery supplies and equipment, arrange transportation if required, and book operating room.
• Assist the TB02 with the surgical retrieval of human tissue for transplantation within the Province of New Brunswick.
• Work with precision instrumentation and air powered surgical equipment used in the recovery and processing of human tissue, under sterile conditions for long periods of continuous work hours.
• Assist in the processing of bone/tissue.
• Ensure documentation, data entry, storage and appropriate quality control measures are adhered to.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and quality control measures.
• Support the quality objectives, including the quality control (QC) measures, quality assurance auditing, development/revision of standard operating practices, validation of procedures, ensure tracing of the tissue from the donor to final disposition of each tissue distributed by the NBOTP-TD.
• Manage and ensure tissue requests are being met and distributed in a timely manner.
• Perform clerical duties which may include filing, chart preparation, ordering of office supplies and other tissue banking duties as required.
• Support the NBOTP – TD data systems.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Interpersonal Relations
• Teamwork and collaboration

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.