Multi-Tissue Recovery Coordinator

Multi‐Tissue Recovery Coordinator Ontario Health | Santé Ontario Reporting to: Manager, Recovery – Tissue Classification: Multi‑Tissue Recovery Coordinator (MTRC; MFA) Worksite: 483 Bay Street / 25 Morton Shulman Avenue Schedule: Combination of weekday and weekend 24‑hour on‑call and 12‑hour on‑site shifts over a 6‑week period rotation Position Available: 2 (0.75 part‑time) Overview Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN), part of Ontario Health, coordinates organ and tissue donation and transplantation throughout Ontario. The MTRC works closely with the TGLN team, health care professionals, and surgical recovery teams to procure and transport human tissues in accordance with AATB, TGLN and Health Canada standards. Responsibilities Performs surgical procedures to procure ocular tissue, bones, heart valves and skin as required from deceased individuals, packages and transports tissues in compliance with AATB, TGLN and Health Canada standards using aseptic technique. Co‑ordinates the tissue recovery process, including assessing the medical suitability of potential tissue donors in collaboration with the TGLN team. Performs screening, evaluation, packaging and transportation of human tissue in accordance with TGLN standards. Conducts medical chart review, blood draw and physical examination of the deceased; prepares supplies, equipment and surgical equipment. Collaborates with the Provincial Resource Centre and local health‑care professionals throughout the process. Ensures accurate and complete documentation, reviewing for compliance with established processes. Conducts timely transportation and delivery of tissues and blood samples to designated destinations. Maintains equipment and supplies. Assists with projects, process development and documentation. Performs quality control functions related to the role. Occasionally required to travel by flight to recover tissue (e.g., Thunder Bay). Performs other duties consistent with the role as required. Education and Experience University degree or college diploma in health sciences, nursing (RPN), funeral services, pathology assistant, paramedicine, biological sciences or a recognized equivalent is required. Certification in eye or tissue banking, blood banking or laboratory technology is an asset. Four (4) years’ experience in an organ and tissue donation, tissue recovery and processing, operating room, pathology, paramedicine, funeral services or clinical laboratory environment is preferred or a combination of equivalent education and experience. Knowledge of quality assurance and aseptic technique is preferred. Perioperative or Operating Room certificate is an asset. Knowledge of ORNAC standards of practice is an asset. Experience working in a morgue is an asset. Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated organizational and problem‑solving skills in stressful situations. Ability to maintain and protect patient confidentiality at all times. Highly motivated self‑starter able to work independently and as part of a team. Capability to handle the physical and emotional demands of the position. Good hand‑eye coordination, fine motor skills and surgical conscience are required. Strong command of English with superior written and oral communication skills. Professional, service‑oriented attitude with tact and diplomacy. Effective problem‑solving skills with ability to collaborate with all stakeholders. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and move patients with similar forces. Valid Class G driver’s licence without restrictions and a reliable vehicle is required for occasional use of personal vehicle. Ability to work a variety of 24‑hour shifts within 365 days a year is required. Must be located within 65 km of the TGLN office. Rate of Pay: $70,474.13 – $88,092.94 (pro‑rated to 0.75) Location: Toronto, Ontario All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health. Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized communities; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and non‑binary individuals; and people living with disabilities. Ontario Health is an accessible employer and offers accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability‑related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours. Note: 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 asked to identify any accommodation needs pursuant to a protected ground under the Code. If no such accommodation is identified, the applicant will not be eligible to proceed through the recruitment process. 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