Clinical Technician, Tissue Processing

EVERSIGHT•Chicago, IL

10d

About The Position

A Clinical Technician, Tissue Processing is responsible for all aspects of processing eye tissue and laboratory duties and assignments as required in compliance with Eversight and EBAA Medical Standards and with state and federal regulations. Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt Schedule: 7:30am-5:30pm (4 days per week) includes holiday and weekend rotations

Requirements

Education: Undergraduate studies in related field preferred.
Experience: Previous experience in a clinical setting is required.
Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to effectively plan and execute complex tasks.
Ability to interact professionally with peers.
Knowledge: Proficiency in slit lamp and specular microscopy evaluation of tissue and use of other laboratory equipment after appropriate training.

Responsibilities

Process tissue to include, but is not limited to: slit lamp bio-microscopy, specular microscopy, OCT, microkeratome processing and DMEK processing, rinses, trims, tissue transfers, scleral preservation and splitting tissue.
Performs cell counting and evaluation of processed tissue.
Prepares the packaging and coordinates the transportation of tissue.
Performs cleaning and routine maintenance on surgical instruments, autoclave and processing rooms.
Performs tissue inventory, supply inventory and rotation of older supplies.
Enters data into applicable systems.
Assists with general laboratory duties as needed.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional organizations, etc.
Night and weekend coverage and on-call as scheduled.
Demonstrates a commitment to the Mission and Values of Eversight.
Other Duties: New tasks, duties and responsibilities may be added at any time, with or without notice to the employee. This job description is not intended to cover or describe all of the tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to or asked to perform.