PS Eye Bank Technician
PS Eye Bank Technician
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Job Description
The Per-Diem Tissue Recovery Specialist is responsible for the excision of ocular tissue from deceased donors for the intent of transplantation and/or medical research. The role entails driving to the recovery site (e.g. coroners office funeral homes and hospitals) throughout southern Utah performing necessary assessments of the donor performing the ocular excision procedure and proper delivery of procured tissue to the correct facility. Additional responsibilities related to the recovery department may be assigned by the Recovery Supervisor based on recovery tier status.
Responsibilities
The Per-Diem Tissue Recovery Specialist will be responsible for: Maintaining a valid drivers license during time of employment. Driving to and from the recovery location in a safe and timely manner. Performing a detailed physical assessment of the potential donor; documenting any visible signs of communicable diseases. Observing the posterior side of the donor by rolling the cadaver and/or lifting extremities. Drawing Cadaveric blood; or obtaining pre-transfused samples from the admitting hospital when necessary. Performing sterile corneoscleral excision and aseptic preservation of tissue for the intent of transplantation. Assisting in the proper field training of new Tissue Recovery Specialist employees on proper technique documentation and technical skills. Conducting professional interactions with referring hospitals funeral homes law enforcement agencies DonorConnect and the county coroners. Maintaining a competent level of understanding of Standard Operating Procedures associated with the recovery department of the Utah Lions Eye Bank. Completing annual Bridge/ LMS training per University of Utah Health Academics policy. Performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates degree in biology chemistry or other scientific disciplines in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. Certification as an Eye Bank Technician Ophthalmic Technician or Tissue Bank Specialist is preferred. Experience with aseptic technique and medical terminology also preferred. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
