Tissue and Recovery Coordinator - Legacy of Hope UAB Medicine - 3.9 Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Loan forgiveness Qualifications Anatomy knowledge Driver's License Tissue and biopsy sample collection and handling Aseptic technique

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Full-time Schedule:

Shifts will Vary Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more. Job Description The Tissue Recovery Coordinator (TRC) is an integral contributor to the success of the Tissue Work System (TWS) and Legacy of Hope's mission. The TRC performs tissue and research recovery complying with Legacy of Hope's (LoH) policies and procedures. The TRC serves in a Recovery Team Leader capacity as designated on the monthly on-call schedule. The TRC's expected total number of call days will be between 11-15 days of call per month.

Additional non-surgical responsibilities include:

1.Responding to quality assurance requests for additional information to complete recovery charts, even in cases where not direct participation occurred. 2.Collaborating with TWS management to ensure recovery supplies are on-hand and available. 3.Maintaining current relationships and developing new relationships with referring institutions, Medical Examiners (ME)/Coroners, and Funeral Homes in collaboration with other members of Legacy of Hope. 4.Participation in meetings, LoH activities and events. 5.Performs other duties as assigned by TWS leadership.

Qualifications Required:

Vocational certification in healthcare-related subject or Associate's degree with a minimum of three years' extensive medical or surgical experience, preferably in areas related to organ, eye or tissue procurement or decedent care. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic technique, human anatomy and physiology, and/or surgical instrumentation use and maintenance. Five years' experience in tissue procurement can serve in lieu of education requirement. Reliable transportation and valid Alabama Driver's license and ability to be insured.

Preferred:

BS or healthcare degree. Current Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) certification or Certified Operating Room Technician or eligible to take the AATB certification exam. Why Work at UAB Medicine We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state's first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama. UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.