Tissue Recovery Coordinator

6 months ago


Toronto, Canada Ontario Health Full time

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.

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

Reporting to: Manager, Ocular Recovery - Tissue

Classification: Tissue Recovery Coordinator (TRC) (FT)

Worksite: Based out of 483 Bay Street/25 Morton Shulman Avenue

Schedule: Combination of weekday and weekend 12 hour shifts over a 6-week period rotation

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.

For a closer look at our tissue program and to experience what it would be like to work with us, please click on the link below:

- Tissue Program

This position is based out of the GTA and involves significant travel around the region and as required anywhere in the province for the surgical recovery of human eyes.

The Tissue Recovery Coordinator role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in the surgical recovery phase of the tissue donation process.

**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

Here is what you will be doing:
- 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- As required, will assist with the recovery of human heart valves, skin and muscle-skeletal tissues- Coordinates the tissue recovery process, which includes assessing the medical suitability of potential tissue donors in collaboration with members of 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 as well as other technical responsibilities- Works closely with TGLN’s Provincial Resource Centre and local healthcare professionals throughout the process to obtain required information and support- Ensures that all documentation is recorded accurately and completely. Reviews documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established processes- 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

Here is what you will need to be successful:
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- 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- 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- 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 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 as needed across the province is required. On occasion it may require taking a flight to recover tissue for example in Thunder Bay

Knowledge and Skills- Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills- Demonstrated in depth knowledge of biological and health sciences as wel



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