Tissue Bank Manager - Veterinary

Company: Veterinary Orthopedic Implants, Inc (Movora)
Location: Whippany
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Description:Join Our Journey:
Joining Movora is more than just a career choice; it's an opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's leading the way in veterinary health. Every connection we establish and each impact we create contributes to the greater goal. At Movora, your role goes beyond just a job title; you become an integral part of a movement that truly makes a difference - benefiting you, our team, the wider community, and pets across the globe.
At Movora, our Employee Value Proposition is deeply rooted in our Core Values and Vision. It reflects our commitment to enhancing the lives and mobility of companion animals, embodying who we are and what we strive to achieve.
Empowering You: Your growth is our priority. We're here to nurture your talents and cheer on your success. You bring the skills; we provide the support and opportunities.Teamwork & Integrity: With a spirit of collaboration, we respect and trust each other. Your contributions help us advance veterinary health as one strong, skilled team.Inclusive & Fair: Movora is your home away from home. We're dedicated to diversity, work-life balance, and ensuring everyone gets their fair share of rewards and recognition.
The Tissue Bank Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the tissue bank, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies while providing leadership to the team. This role involves implementing and maintaining quality assurance programs, supervising staff, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and maintain high standards of tissue banking practices. The Tissue Bank Manager will also act as a liaison with regulatory bodies and senior management to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Relocation assistance may be available
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implementing and ensuring adherence to Movora policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local laws, industry standards, and company SOPs.
• Maintaining and updating the organizational chart to delineate functional relationships within the tissue bank.
• Ensuring the tissue bank has adequate staffing levels and providing oversight on hiring, training, and development of staff.
• Directing and supervising supervisory personnel, maintaining clear documentation of staff roles and responsibilities.
• Developing, reviewing, and approving employee training programs to ensure operational competence and regulatory compliance.
• Attending AATB meetings, workshops, or participating in AATB committee work at least once every three years, ensuring continuing education is documented.
• Overseeing the implementation and evaluation of donor suitability assessment criteria, technical policies, and procedures in compliance with AATB standards.
• Acting as a liaison to review and approve donor acceptability in accordance with established criteria and standards.
• Establishing and maintaining a Quality Assurance (QA) program to ensure compliance with Movora SOPs, federal, state, and local regulations, and industry standards.
• Conducting internal reviews and audits annually through independent personnel to maintain regulatory and operational compliance.
• Approving exceptional releases of tissue and ensuring technical aspects are managed appropriately, consulting with the Medical Director as needed for donor suitability concerns.
• Overseeing the approval of tissues designated for research purposes, ensuring compliance with technical and procedural requirements.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as R&D, logistics, and quality assurance to enhance operational efficiencies.
• Providing regular updates and reports on operations, quality metrics, and compliance status to senior management.Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Oversee and provide guidance to the Tissue Production Supervisor and associated personnel.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide developmental feedback for team members.
  • Ensure adherence to established safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.
    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
    • Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, contributing to broader company objectives.
    • Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
    • Critical Thinking: The ability to systematically analyze information using logic and reasoning. Examine, analyze, interpret, evaluate, question and reflect to come to a sound conclusion.
    • Interpersonal skills: Ability to maintain a positive, support and appreciative attitude. Explore and resolve conflicts as well as ability to relate to team members and vendors.
    • Leadership and Team Management: Excellent leadership and team management skills to guide and develop staff.
    • Logistics Management: Understanding supply chain management and inventory controls.
    • Problem-Solving: Problem-solving mindset to address operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.
    • Product Knowledge: In depth knowledge of Movora products with a true understanding of how and what they are used for.
    • Systems & Software: Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
    • Tissue Bank applications and equipment: Proficient in related equipment and tissue bank programs to effectively manage product.Requirements: Qualifications:
      • Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Veterinary Science, Medical Technology, or a related field.
      • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in tissue banking or related field, with prior supervisor experience required.
      • Affiliations: Member of the Tissue Banking Society highly preferred.
      • Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of tissue recovery and banking processes, quality assurance protocols, and regulatory requirements.
      • Technical Skills: Proficiency in using laboratory equipment, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate records.
      • Leadership Abilities: Demonstrated supervisory skills, including training, team-building, and performance management.
      • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in handling biological materials and maintaining records.
      • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective team coordination and regulatory reporting.Working Conditions:
        • This position requires working in laboratory environments with exposure to biological materials.
        • Occasional travel may be required for training or collaboration with other facilities. About Movora
          Movora is the place for leaders with the ambition to shape the future in our field of veterinary MedTech. With decades of expertise in the advancement of animal health, we have the vision, drive and passion to lead and transform veterinary MedTech for many years to come. Together, our team focuses on pet health and mobility as a single resource for industry-leading medical technology from classroom to clinic, sharing the goal of extending and enhancing pets' lives.
          Benefits Offered:
          • Health & Wellness: A well-rounded benefits program featuring medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability options, and an Employee Assistance Program.
          • Retirement Planning: Participate in our 401(k) plan, with Movora matching 100% of your first 4% contribution.
          • Work-Life Balance: Earn paid time off (PTO) according to our guidelines, starting with the equivalent of 10 days each year for your first 3 years, you may carry over up to 40 hours each year. We also have programs such as Summer Hours from June to August.
          • Holiday & Personal/Sick Time: You will also be provided with 40 hours of Sick/Personal time to be used for illness, doctors' appointments, school meetings for your kids, etc. Movora offers eight company-paid holidays and one floating holiday annually.
          • Additional Voluntary Benefits: Choose from optional programs such as Accident Insurance, Critical Illness and Volunteer Programs. As a drug-free workplace, we conduct mandatory drug screens for all prospective employees. Please be advised that a drug screen will be administered as part of the pre-employment process. This screening is a standard procedure designed to ensure the well-being and safety of all team members.
            Movora is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
            We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for our positions. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances the quality and innovation of our work.
            Join us in fostering an environment that promotes equal opportunities and celebrates diversity.
            If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process, please contact hr@movora.com
            
            
            Compensation details: 95000-140000 Yearly Salary
            
            
            
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