Recovery Technician I

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

At Smith+Nephew, your work has purpose. As a Donor Recovery Technician, you will play a critical role in enabling life changing transplants and research by ensuring the safe and respectful recovery of birth tissue in hospital environments. This is a hands on, patient focused role where technical expertise, compassion, and attention to detail truly make a difference.

What will you be doing?

• Coordinating and executing birth tissue acquisition in hospital settings for transplant and research use

• Obtaining informed consent and accurately completing all donor documentation including medical social history

• Performing aseptic tissue recovery within a sterile field while adhering to all regulatory and quality standards

• Reviewing medical records and screening donors for eligibility prior to tissue acquisition

• Coordinating blood sample collection with hospital staff

• Packaging, labeling, and arranging transport of recovered tissue and blood samples

• Building and maintaining professional relationships with hospital personnel

• Managing supplies and maintaining cleanliness and organization of recovery and storage areas

• Completing ongoing training and maintaining compliance with internal SOPs, hospital procedures, and AATB standards

What will you need to be successful?

• Associate degree plus a minimum of 2 years of experience in tissue banking, transplant services, operating room environments, or a related medical or biological field

• Comfort working in patient care and surgical settings

• Certified Tissue Bank Specialist or the ability and commitment to obtain certification within one year of hire

• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately complete medical documentation

• Experience in birth tissue acquisition, or credentials such as BSN, RN, LPN, Surgical Technician, or Surgical Assistant are preferred

• Ability to work a flexible schedule aligned with hospital operations, including shifts based on patient care needs, surgical schedules, and clinical staff coordination.

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Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement
Work Life Balance: Flexible Personal and Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account with employer contribution, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model for most professional roles
Training: Hands on, team customized training and mentorship
Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more

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