Tissue Coordinator

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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Overview:

The tissue and biologics coordinator is responsible for
- the release and return of all biologic/tissue products to and from operating room suites and central inventory control for the Main OR and Minor Procedure areas
- performing clinical audit ofpatient records for tissue/biologic implant accuracy including pricing verification
- the maintenance, accuracy, and reporting of all tissue tracking documentation and record keeping including internal tracking sheets, temperature logs, patient tissue database, and Insight implant reports
- tissue inventory management including consignment contracts - track inventory flow and suggest par levels and necessary changes to promote financial stewardship while meeting clinical needs
- reordering all tissue and processing invoices in Lawson for all consigned and stockeditems
- maintaining professional, working relationships with all tissue vendors
- performing annual audits with all tissue vendors
- monthly review and maintenance of AATB (American Association of Tissue Banks) compliance records for all contracted tissue banks
- monthly review and maintenance of all tissue/biologic manufacturer IFU's (Instructions for Use) records
- submitting all new tissue/biologic products to Lawson for Lawson number and building appropriate IC12s
The tissue and biologics coordinator performs duties and responsibilities consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous clinical experience in the Operating Room as a Surgical Technologist preferred
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Other: Must possess the ability to identify supplies and/or other patient charges that are associated with specific procedures and/or surgeon practices. Knowledge of implant practices and equipment usage is extremely valuable based on the high cost of these line items.Include an understanding of the entire OR patient charge process; guidelines for determining if an item is chargeable; charge data entry/integrity process; integration with patient billing

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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