New Mexico Donor Services is Hiring a Processing Technician I Near Nashville, TN

DCI Donor Services (DCIDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at DCIDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! We want people with expertise working in a highly regulated environment, aseptic technique, and attention to detail. The Processing Technician will operate as part of a team within a sterile environment working with donated human tissue. The Processing Technician is responsible for the production, preservation, and storage of allografts which are implanted in a multitude of surgical applications. 

COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION

For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

 DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Tennessee Donor Services Eye Bank.

 Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life.

 We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. With the help of our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

Key responsibilities this position will perform include:

The required shift for this position is Friday-Sunday, 4:30 AM-5:00PM.

• Directly processes, inspects, packages, and labels donated tissue in a clean room environment to create tissue grafts and maximize the gift of life. 
• Assists in coordinating inventory, receiving, and stocking operational supplies and equipment.
• Assists in central sterile services operations when necessary. 
• Properly handle chemical reagents, and biohazardous materials/blood borne pathogens according to proper standards and regulations.
• Utilize surgical instruments such as scissors, scalpels, forceps, and customized powered equipment such as, bandsaws, CNC, and bone grinders. 
• Read and comprehend detailed procedures, and accurately document information in quality records.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift up to 50 lbs, wear personal protective equipment, and routinely clean/disinfect clean room areas. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Processing Technician will be required to complete an extensive training program. 

The base pay for this position is $19/hour. Additional incentives are available for working night or weekend shift.

The ideal candidate will have:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications to include Word, PowerPoint and Excel required.
• 2 years of tissue banking, tissue recovery, manufacturing, surgical technician, or other closely related experience preferred. 
• Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) preferred. 

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Up to 176 hours (22, 8-hour days) of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours (9, 8-hour days) of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program 
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon

**New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination.**

You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 48 hours from submission of your application to be considered for the position.

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.