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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 and weekends 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
**Knowledge and Skills**
- Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated in depth knowledge of biological and health sciences as well as quality assurance and aseptic technique is preferred
- Proven ability to maintain and protect patient confidentiality at all times, demonstrating use of discretion and sound judgment
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Demonstration of good hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and surgical conscience are required
- Demonstrated superior written and oral communication skills
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Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; Black and racialized; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary; and disabled. Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours. **Note:**
