Acquisition Technician

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Acquisition Technician

@ Tides Medical

Purpose of Position:

• The acquisition department of Tides Medical focuses on partnering with hospitals, clinicians, and expectant mothers to coordinate the donation of placental tissue during cesareans sections.
• Under the direction of the LOFT Acquisition Manager, the Acquisition Technicians facilitate local donations.

Essential Functions of the Areas of Responsibility:

• Perform duties in accordance with AATB, FDA and Tides Medical policies and procedures.
• Complete all documentation necessary for donation accurately and effectively while demonstrating Good Documentation Practices and appropriate customer service skills. 
• File all documentation obtained promptly and effectively.
• Aseptically collect and package donations in a controlled hospital setting. 
• Perform acquisitions utilizing all necessary training and procedures to avoid compromising the safety of yourself, the tissue donation and/or others within the Operating Room. 
• Remain up to date with all assigned training pertaining to standard operating procedures, good documentation practices, personal safety, hospital safety, and any procedural updates and changes. 
• Professionally and amiably communicate with various clinics and hospital personnel. 
• Handle and label donated tissue properly and safely.
• Utilize all sterile supplies and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) effectively.
• Maintain relationships with off-site partners and participants, including providing updates on process changes, etc. 
• Present donation program to parties in a manner that maintains Tides Medical’s core values.
• Offer the option to participants and partners to submit testimonials and photo/video content that can be used to promote the donation program. 
• Remain up to date and competent with Donor Screening guidelines. 
• Coordinate the collection of blood samples for eligible participating birth mothers.

Expectations:

• Work well with others and not create undue office stress or conflicts.
• Be a practical problem solver and work independently.
• Be truthful in all aspects of conduct and communications.
• Be respectful of other employees and not engage in speech or conduct that is discriminatory.
• Uphold confidentiality of employee records, donor records, and proprietary corporate information

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Qualifications:

Requirements:

Key Qualifications, Requirements, and Attributes:

• Preferred experience in at least one of the following areas: 
  • Customer service
  • Regulated settings (hospital, healthcare facility, patient care area, emergency medical services, surgical/procedural environment, nursing/medical field training/education) 
  • In a biological science field
  • Experience handling or manipulating soft tissues, dissection and/or taxidermy
  • Other applicable experience may be considered.   
• A valid drivers license with an insurable driving record.
• Ability to communicate at varying levels and conduct activities professionally.
• Ability to understand basic medical terms pertaining to obstetrics and infectious and communicable diseases. 
• Ability to perform a basic review on medical records and risk assessment interviews for donation eligibility.
• Ability to be prompt in all necessary aspects including reporting to designated facilities and replying to any correspondence. 
• Ability to be open to changes and make yourself available for team members when required. 
• Ability to assist on special projects and perform additional duties as needed. 
• Receptive to feedback, suggestions, training, and additional education options.

Physical, Mental, Environmental Demands:

• Varying hours of sitting, walking, standing, using a computer, etc.
• Ability to stand for 10 hours consecutively.  
• Ability to lift, push and carry 50+ pounds in and out of a vehicle and between varied locations.
• Ability to drive between various locations.
• Ability to work in varying work environments.
• Ability to encourage a working, cooperative environment and perform with attention to details.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize a workload. 
• Ability to produce legible records and communicate professionally by telephone.

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How to Apply:

Apply online at https://www.tidesmedical.com/careers/

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