Tissue Donation Specialist

LifeGift is currently looking for a Tissue Donation Specialist to facilitate the recovery process of bone and other tissues and organs under highly sterile conditions to be processed and distributed for transplant and/or research.

Do you possess the attributes to be a successful Tissue Donation Specialist and perform the following essential functions?

• Perform aseptic recovery of all tissues according to LifeGift policies and procedures while maintaining proper documentation during the procurement process.
• Perform donor identification, reconstruction, and post-mortem body preparation, and assist with clean-up of the operating room and/or recovery area.
• Arrange for courier pick-up of tissue and completion of paperwork specific to tissue services.
• Work with the organ donation specialist staff to support the development of community hospitals’ tissue donor referral programs and assist the staff with in-service education for hospital personnel, physicians, and the public.

Do you have the education and experience to be a Tissue Donation Specialist?

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least four years of clinical experience.
• Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.

As a condition of employment, you must be able to attain Hospital Badge and EMR Access from all of the LifeGift Hospital Partners

Must have availability for 24-hour on-call shifts including nights, weekends, holidays and double shifts.

The Heart of Our Culture

Established in 1987, LifeGift offers hope to the thousands of people in Texas and beyond who need lifesaving organ and tissue transplants. Our organization is diverse by nature, and inclusive by choice. LifeGift strives to reflect the communities where we live and work, and our multi-cultural and diverse team contributes an abundance of talent, abilities, and innovation that have continued to elevate our success.

Rewards and Benefits for Your Career and Well-Being

LifeGift values its team members and offers a variety of highly competitive benefits. Full-time team members have the opportunity to enroll in the following insurance plans: medical, dental, and vision, as well as life insurance, LTD and STD, and FSAs and HSAs that are pre-tax and to which LifeGift contributes. LifeGift also offers an exceptional retirement package that includes 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans with the opportunity for a generous match. Additionally, LifeGift offers a tuition reimbursement program to encourage team members to expand their knowledge and further their education. LifeGift recognizes the importance of a work-life balance and encourages team members to take advantage of a generous vacation and sick leave plan.

LifeGift is an equal opportunity employer!