Tissue Recovery Specialist (Contract)

About OssiumOssium’s mission is to improve the health, vitality, and longevity of human beings through bioengineering. We develop, manufacture, and bank cell therapy products that apply the power of stem cell science to revolutionize treatment for patients with blood, immune, and orthopedic diseases. At Ossium, we empower our employees, maintain the highest standards of operational excellence, and are a force for good.About Ossium HealthOssium Health’s mission is to improve human health, vitality, and longevity through bioengineering. We develop, process, and bank cell therapy products that harness the power of stem cell science to transform treatment for patients with blood and immune diseases. At Ossium, we empower our employees, uphold the highest standards of operational excellence, and strive to be a force for good in the world.About the RoleThe Tissue Recovery Specialist is an independent contractor role supporting Ossium Health’s vertebral body recovery program. Tissue Recovery Specialists are engaged when additional support is required to ensure timely donor recovery. This is a unique level role for an individual with operating room or tissue recovery experience.Key ResponsibilitiesRespond promptly to Ossium communications regarding donor recovery availabilityPerform vertebral body recovery immediately following organ procurement or when permittedDevelop in-depth knowledge of Ossium Health and recovery partner protocols to consistently ensure high quality performanceTravel primarily by car, using either your own vehicle or a recovery partner’s vehicle if permitted, and potentially by plane to designated facilities where organ procurement is performedCoordinate closely with Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) staffBe available to recover a minimum of 4 cases per month to maintain competency levelDocument, recover, package, and personally deliver recovered tissue to Ossium’s processing facility in IndianapolisRepresent Ossium Health with professionalism to partners and clinical staffConsistently adhere to all safety standards, including proper use of PPEThis is not an on-call position. You will only be contacted when recovery coverage is needed. Upon notification, you may choose to accept the case if you are available to arrive within the required timeframe.The Tissue Recovery Specialist reports directly to the Manager of Recovery Services.Required QualificationsExperience working in an OPO (organ, tissue, ocular recovery) or hospital operating room (OR) settingAbility to reliably travel (drive/fly) with limited notice (typically under 6 hours) primarily within the Indianapolis Metro area, while also being able to travel to other locations within Indiana; must possess valid driver’s licenseFlexibility to work outside standard business hours (evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays) as neededProficiency in recovery techniques with strong attention to aseptic practiceStrong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminologyExcellent communication skills with a professional, approachable demeanorReliability, responsiveness, and attention to detailEmployment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and reference verification.Preferred Qualifications2+ years of organ, tissue, ocular recovery, or hospital OR experienceAssociate’s degree in a science or healthcare-related fieldCertified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS)Physical RequirementsTraining in bloodborne pathogen safety required (Hepatitis B vaccination available)Ability to work aseptically in controlled environmentsComfort working around biohazardous materials and chemicalsAbility to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbsManual dexterity to handle surgical instruments, tools, and recovery equipment.Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed during recoveriesOssium Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected characteristic. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirm this commitment. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our People Team at careers@ossiumhealth.com or 650-285-0603. Ossium Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.Principals / direct applicants only please. Recruiters, please do not contact this job poster.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled