Tissue Specialist I Jobs

Your Opportunity:

The incumbent is primarily responsible for the distribution of human tissue for transplantation, which includes receiving orders, working with clients to troubleshoot tissue shortages, tissue transfer and packing, arranging shipment, and handling any subsequent issues. The incumbent also participates in the recovery, processing and preservation of human tissues for transplant. The incumbent also assists in the daily technical duties of the CTC and assists with programs and projects in support of the CTC (as needed). Working in a fast-paced environment, the successful candidate will be required to participate in quality control and quality assurance processes and lab activities related to tissue banking.

Description:

As a Tissue Specialist I, you will be responsible for the recovery and processing of human tissues for transplant. As you will be working in a fast-paced environment, you will be required to participate in quality control and quality assurance processes and lab activities related to tissue banking.

Classification: Tissue Specialist I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Comprehensive Tissue Centre, Transplant Services Primary Location: U of A Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 24-APR-2023 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 04-MAY-2023 Temporary End Date: 17-APR-2024 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days, On Call Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $26.92 Maximum Salary: $33.94 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Graduation from a health sciences degree program or related field that includes physiology or anatomy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous operating room experience. Previous tissue banking experience. Certification as a Tissue Specialist or equivalent by a recognized Canadian or American organization. Knowledge of American Association of Tissue Banks and Health Canada Regulations/CSA Standards.