Birth Tissue Coordinator at DCI Donor Services in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Job Description:

New Mexico Donor Services (NMDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at NMDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! The Birth Tissue Coordinator will obtain authorization from a new mother (after cesarean delivery) to recover donated placenta. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats are a must. While a nursing license is not required to perform in this role, this is an excellent opportunity for an LPN or CNA!

COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION

New Mexico Donor Services is part of the DCI Donor Services family. For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.

Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life.

WHAT IS BIRTH TISSUE DONATION?

Did you know your baby’s birth tissue could be used to benet someone else? Often, the birth tissue is discarded along with medical waste. But with your donation, this same birth tissue can help dozens of others.

Placenta donation, or birth tissue recovery, is a program of Tennessee Donor Services that utilizes the birth tissue’s remarkable ability to heal. After the baby’s birth, the birth tissue’s cellular components and amniotic membrane can be repurposed to create products for wound healing, scar tissue repair, and wound tissue regeneration.

Birth tissue can be used for face and eye injuries, burns, oral surgeries, spine surgeries, diabetic foot ulcers, leg ulcers, bed sores, and a variety of other soft tissue healing.

Learn more at https://tnbirthtissue.org.

Below are some of the key accountabilities this position will hold:

• Corresponds with hospitals and birthing centers to coordinate onsite birth tissue recovery initiatives. Travels by car to assigned facilities to provide appropriate recovery and education support.
• Initiates the donation discussion for placenta donation with new moms prior to delivery. Provides education on how the mother's new baby can be Life's Little Helper!
• Coordinates birth tissue donation process by obtaining informed consent, completing the Donor Risk Assessment Interview, and determines suitability.
• Acquires donated birth tissue using proper aseptic techniques and personal protective equipment.
• Enters timely and accurate medical records in electronic database.
• Collaborates and maintains effective communication with nurses, obstetricians, and other medical personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned

SCHEDULE: This position is generally Monday - Friday position - but may require the occasional weekend if a delivery is prescheduled.

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Two years tissue banking or related experience or surgical operating room experience.
• AATB Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) and/or EBAA Certified Eye Bank Technician (CEBT), ORT preferred.
• LPN or CNA highly desired!

PHYSICAL TRAITS: Sits, stands, walks, and drives. Observes, talks, and listens. Reads, writes, communicates verbally and in writing. Lifts and carries containers, tissues, and supplies (up to 80 lbs.). Handles small and sharp instrumentation. Travels in automobiles to and from hospital and donor recovery locations.

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Up to 176 hours of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon

You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 48 hours from submission of your application to be considered for the position.

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.

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