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Surgical Technologist & Organ Recovery Specialist **Hiring Bonus Included!** 

About the Organization

LifeSource is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives through organ, eye and tissue donation in the Upper Midwest. It's our privilege to serve the 7 million people who live in communities across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and portions of western Wisconsin.

We're dedicated to working with our hospital and community partners to support donor families, manage the donation process and educate our communities to create a culture of donation. We're a passionate and committed cross-functional team who believe in our vision that everyone shares the gift of life. Each of our team members plays an integral role in our life-saving work, using their unique talents and contributions to further our mission.  

Description

At LifeSource, Surgical Technologist and Organ Recovery Specialists aid in the donation and transplantation process by ensuring successful organs delivery to the recipients while making sure that the hospital staff are provided with the right resources.

Take your skills to the next level: This is not your typical Surgical Technologist job.

**Note: New hires in this role will be eligible for a hiring bonus after three and six months of employment**

At LifeSource, you will:

  • Act as the subject matter expert and coordinate the entire operating room.
  • Guide transplant surgeons, hospital teams and other LifeSource team member through organ recoveries.
  • Adapt to changes and problem solve any issues that arise.
  • Assist hospital team on identifying surgical instruments needed and its use/timing during for organ recovery.
  • Ensure the organ recovery goes well by (1) keeping everyone informed and prepared and (2) preserving, packaging, and sometimes delivering the recovered organs.
  • Experience varying OR environments across the country and adapt to their policies and culture.

There are a number of reasons to work at LifeSource, but we are guided by one purpose – to save lives.

Interested in learning more? Click here to review the job description. (Please view link on the job posting through our employment page: https://www.life-source.org/about/careers/).

This position will remain open for 30 days or until filled; however, applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the review process will begin right away.

 
Position Requirements

Qualifications

  1. Requires advanced education with a surgical focus and a minimum of two years experience in an operating room environment or a combination of equivalent education and 2 years of experience.
  2. Requires successful completion of Certified Transplant Preservationist certification within 2 years of hire.
  3. Prefer designation as a Certified Surgical Technologist, Certified Surgical Assistant, Surgical Technologist or equivalent.
  4. Requires previous proven practiced knowledge of human anatomy and aseptic/sterile technique.
  5. Frequently lift objects up to 100 pounds and transfer short distances. Ability to push/pull up to 150 pounds with assistance. Heavier objects should be lifted and transferred using team help.
  6. Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills to confidently execute reasonable and sound decision making.
  7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills including effective written correspondence, active listening and professional customer service response at all levels.
  8. Proven self-directed, motivated contributor with a strong initiative and ability to function autonomously, establish priorities and work effectively within a team environment.
  9. Excellent organizational, critical thinking, collaboration and analytical skills are fundamental.
  10. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  11. Demonstrated ability to exhibit a high degree of quality, integrity, and honor confidentiality of appropriate information including, but not limited to, personal team member data, organizational operations or work processes, donor and donor family information, contributor details, any financial information and medical or protected health information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA.
  12. Proven skilled and competent in using technology-based devices and mobile tools such as personal computers and related software, electronic medical record systems, mobile phones, and mobile printing devices.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  1. Requires regular on-call availability of thirteen (13) 24-hour shifts per four (4) week block, including working weekends and holidays. Requires 2 weekends, per 4-week block, this includes Friday, Sat, Sun or Saturday, Sun, Mon. Additionally, four (4) office days per 4-week block. 
  2. Must report on-site within 1 hour of notification.
  3. Overtime may be appropriate to meet organizational needs. May require extended periods of work time including travel.

Why Join LifeSource?
Since 1989, the LifeSource team has worked with our regions’ diverse communities to break down barriers to donation. Bringing a rich diversity of perspectives and experience to our organization at all levels strengthens our ability to serve our community and fulfill our mission. Our values embody how we engage in our work - respect, advocacy, accountability, life and innovation. More information on our continued work toward diversity, equity, and inclusion can be found on our website—just follow the QR code on the sidebar. We set our team up for success by providing comprehensive on-boarding, as well as on-going personal and career development. Team members are offered traditional benefits such as health, vision, dental, and life insurance, generous PTO, and 401k matching. We also support our team through non-traditional benefits such as tuition reimbursement, resiliency coaching, and HSA employer contributions.LifeSource is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace with opportunities for all talent to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, persons with disabilities, members of marginalized communities, and non-traditional applicants to apply.

 

 
Shift Rotating  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Location Minneapolis, MN - LifeSource  
Open Date 10/14/2021  
EOE Statement LifeSource is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace with opportunities for all talent to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, persons with disabilities, members of marginalized communities, and non-traditional applicants to apply.  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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