Tissue Recovery Technical Trainer

Tissue Recovery Technical Trainer Iowa Donor Network - 2.9 Altoona, IA Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Pet insurance Qualifications Surgical tissue handling and manipulation

Full Job Description Organization Overview:

Our organization is dedicated to transforming lives and inspiring all to donate life. We are a family of professionals working together to increase awareness around the need for organ and tissue donors alongside nurturing and guiding our families throughout the gift of life. We facilitate the recovery of organs, tissues, and corneas in Iowa. We honor donors and support donor families at the time of donation and on a continuing basis. We believe in going above and beyond to support donor families during and after the donation process. Our core values are what guide us, allow us to excel at serving our community, and keep our culture at Iowa Donor Network alive: Serve with

Heart :

We meet our donor families where they are. We are dedicated to providing compassionate service to all. Drive and Embrace the

Future :

We are proactive in our pursuit of excellence and work together to continuously evolve with adaptability

Be Clear, Bold, and Respectful :

We are genuine and courageous in our communication. If we see an opportunity for improvement, we shy something to make it better.

Always Own It :

we are resilient and passionately pursue our mission. We are personally accountable for taking initiative and delivering on commitments. Have you been searching for an opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself, make a tremendous contribution to your community, and pursue a mission to save lives daily? If so, Iowa Donor Network could be just the organization you have been looking for. We offer a competitive compensation package including: Competitive Salary Liberal Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Health, Vision, Dental, and Pet Insurance 401K Match Student Loan & College Savings Match Tuition Reimbursement for Continuing Education On-site, Hybrid, and Remote work opportunities based on role requirements

Job Title :

Tissue Recovery Technical Trainer Location :

Altoona, Iowa Exemption Status :

Hourly, Non-exempt Schedule:

Day shift (0600 - 1800) with occasional overnight (1400 - 0200) trainings required, based on identified needs.

Shift:

6 or 7 shifts per pay period, including weekends and holidays. Iowa Donor Network determines final compensation based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the position.

Job Title:

Tissue Recovery Technical Trainer Work System:

Recover the

Gift Department/Group:

Recover The Gift Reports To:

Manager of Tissue Recovery Location:

Altoona Position Type:

Full Time Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt OSHA Category:

I IDN Culture Statement:

Our organization is dedicated to transforming lives and inspiring all to donate life. We are a family of professionals working together to increase awareness around the need for organ and tissue donors alongside nurturing and guiding our families throughout the gift of life. We facilitate the recovery of organs, tissues, and corneas in Iowa. We honor donors and support donor families at the time of donation and on a continuing basis.

Position Summary:

The Tissue Recovery Technical Trainer is responsible for the design, delivery, and oversight of training programs for tissue recovery personnel. This role focuses on developing technical proficiency through structured onboarding, hands-on instruction, and competency-based assessments. The trainer utilizes performance data and quality metrics to identify skill gaps, implement targeted remediation, and ensure consistent adherence to clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards in tissue recovery practices.

Essential Functions and Performance Responsibilities:

Facilitate comprehensive onboarding and ongoing technical training for tissue recovery personnel through classroom, simulation, and hands-on clinical instruction. Conduct, document, and maintain initial and ongoing competency assessments to ensure staff meet established clinical and regulatory standards for tissue recovery. Analyze recovery performance data, quality metrics, and audit findings to identify trends, skill gaps, and opportunities for targeted training interventions. Develop and implement individualized and group remediation plans based on performance data, ensuring timely correction of identified deficiencies and sustained competency. Maintain and continuously improve structured training programs, curricula, training materials, and competency validation tools to ensure standardization and effectiveness. Ensure accurate and complete training records, competency documentation, and training files in compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Provide real-time guidance and instruction during tissue recovery cases to reinforce best practices, surgical technique, and adherence to protocols. Support ongoing education initiatives, including skills refreshers, updates to recovery practices, and integration of new techniques or regulatory requirements. Partner with quality and operational teams to align training priorities with identified process gaps, adverse trends, and organizational goals. Maintain clinical competency and participate in tissue recovery cases as needed to support training effectiveness and operational needs.

Position Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Degree in Biological Sciences or healthcare-related field preferred Minimum of two years' experience in tissue recovery and trained as a team leader Demonstrated expertise in tissue recovery processes and surgical technique. CTBS certification preferred

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing when representing IDN. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Physical Requirements:

Duties of the position require travel or onsite response to execute essential job functions required in the facilitation of the donation process. Lift equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. Assist with physical lifting of donors. Stand for long periods of time in an operating room and mortuary environment. Mental and visual fatigue associated with detailed work. Use of sharp surgical instruments which may cause damage or injury if used incorrectly. Morgue or operating room environment. Exposure to biohazardous materials such as blood, other body fluids, communicable diseases, and pharmacological agents. Standard/universal precautions and use of personal protective equipment is required. Travel to the office and donor hospitals throughout the State of Iowa at any given hour of the day or night. Drive a vehicle under various conditions that may lead to visual and mental fatigue. Express ideas verbally and convey detailed or important spoken information Receive detailed information through oral and auditory communication Must receive required vaccines based on outlined schedules to protect our employees, healthcare personnel, donors, recipients, and families we may come into contact. (e.g., Influenza obtained annually by December 1st.) Organizational Responsibilities It is required that IDN employees demonstrate commitment to the mission and vision, maintain effective communication, exhibit teamwork, respect diversity, follow policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality of all donor, recipient and organizational information, demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness while meeting productivity standards, observe safety and security procedures, be consistently punctual and dependable, actively participate in performance improvement activities and continually demonstrate behavioral expectations and core values. Employee's obligation to maintain confidentiality of information shall survive the termination of employee's employment with IDN. All requirements are subject to modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed in this position. I will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by my supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, I know that I must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. I realize neither the job description nor this document creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.