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About the Role

The Tissue Recovery Coordinator role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in the surgical recovery phase of the tissue donation process. This position is based out of Ottawa and surrounding area and involves significant travel around the region and as required anywhere in the province for the surgical recovery of human eyes.

Responsibilities

• Performs the surgical recovery of eye tissue (in-situ/corneal excision and whole globe) from deceased individuals
• Packages and transports tissues in accordance with TGLN and Health Canada standards using aseptic technique
• Assists with the recovery of human heart valves, skin and muscle-skeletal tissues as required
• Coordinates the tissue recovery process, including assessing the medical suitability of potential tissue donors in collaboration with the TGLN team
• Performs the screening, evaluation, packaging and transportation of human tissue, and collection of blood and other test samples in accordance with TGLN standards
• Performs technical duties in support of the recovery such as medical chart review, blood draw and physical examination of the deceased
• Works closely with TGLN’s Provincial Resource Centre and local healthcare professionals to obtain required information and support
• Ensures all documentation is recorded accurately and completely, reviewing it for accuracy, completeness and compliance
• Maintains and prepares equipment and supplies
• Assists with projects, and the development of processes and documentation
• Performs quality control functions related to the role
• Performs other duties consistent with the role, as required

Requirements

• University degree or college diploma in health sciences, nursing (RPN), funeral services, pathology assistant, paramedicine, biological sciences or a recognized equivalent is required
• Four (4) years’ work experience in a health sciences environment specifically in operating room, pathology, paramedicine, funeral services or clinical laboratory medical setting is preferred or a combination of equivalent experience and education
• A valid class G driver's license without restrictions and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• Ability to drive long distances required
• Ability to work a variety of 12 hour on-call shifts including days, nights, weekends and statutory holidays is required
• Ability to lift parcels up to 35 lbs and move patients with similar forces
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned area and on occasion across the province is required
• Must be a resident of Ontario

Skills

• Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated in depth knowledge of biological and health sciences as well as quality assurance and aseptic technique is preferred
• Proven ability to maintain and protect patient confidentiality at all times, demonstrating use of discretion and sound judgment and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Demonstration of good hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and surgical conscience are required
• Certification in eye or tissue banking, blood banking or laboratory technology is an asset
• Experience in organ and tissue donation, tissue recovery and/or processing is an asset

Location

• Ottawa and surrounding region
• Ontario

Work Type

• Part time (0.75)
• Permanent
• On-call shifts

Experience Level

• Four (4) years’ work experience in a health sciences environment

Education Level

• University degree or college diploma in health sciences, nursing (RPN), funeral services, pathology assistant, paramedicine, biological sciences or a recognized equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $36.14 to $45.18 per hour

Benefits

• Ability to make a significant impact to the tissue donation and transplantation process in Ontario
• Unionized, part of Service Employees International Union
• Full health and dental benefits coverage from day 1; premiums paid by employer
• Eligible for the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Eligible for paid vacation
• Eligible for sick time
• Eligible for pregnancy and parental top up
• Flexible schedule

About the Company

• At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.
• Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN), part of Ontario Health, is responsible for the coordination of organ and tissue donation and transplantation in Ontario. Our mandate includes increasing public awareness of the importance of organ and tissue donation, education of health care professionals, and ensuring a safe and effective donation and transplant system in Ontario. Working collaboratively with our stakeholders and fostering organizational and individual growth, we value honesty, trust, respect and compassion.

Equal Opportunity

• Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.
• Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.
• As part of the initial recruitment screening process, applicants must confirm that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If applicants are not fully vaccinated, they will be required to identify any accommodation needs pursuant to a protected ground under the Code. Applicants who identify an accommodation need will be required to provide supporting documentation with respect to their need for accommodation when requested by Ontario Health. If no such accommodation is identified, the applicant will not be eligible to proceed through the recruitment process.