Clinical Technician, Tissue Recovery

EVERSIGHT•Ann Arbor, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eversight's mission is to restore sight and prevent blindness through the healing power of donation, transplantation and research. A Clinical Technician, Tissue Recovery is responsible for laboratory and technical related aspects of eye/tissue donations, including, tissue recovery, tissue receipt, tissue packaging and shipping. Performs recovery procedures, laboratory duties and other assignments as required, in compliance with Eversight and EBAA Medical Standards and with state and federal regulations. This role involves working with cadavers and maintaining a sterile laboratory environment. The position requires travel to procurement sites and performing weekend, holiday, night, and on-call coverage as scheduled.

Requirements

Must be comfortable working with cadavers.
Ability to interact effectively with all staff within and outside of the organization.
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with peers while fostering a positive work environment.
Demonstrated customer service skills and sense of urgency.
Valid driver’s license is required.
Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle is required.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate studies in biological science, human sciences or a related field strongly preferred.
Preferred experience with Aseptic technique and medical terminology preferred.
Proficiency in technical procedures after appropriate training as needed.

Responsibilities

Performs clinical duties including proper case documentation, tissue check-in, hospital chart reviews, consults with hospital and other organizations associated with case, data entry, filing, packaging and shipping tissue.
Performs technical procedures as trained, including tissue recovery such as situ human eye enucleations, corneal excisions, or other ocular tissue recoveries.
Make appropriate procurement determinations based on donor, medical and body inspection information.
Effectively communicates with internal and external departments regarding logistics, case statuses and shipping arrangements.
Performs clinical functions for additional departments as needed.
Maintains laboratory including keeping a sterile environment and ordering supplies.
Completes accurate Midwire check-in, tissue labeling and serology ordering as needed.
Observes strict confidentiality of donor and recipient information at all times.
Performs weekend, holiday, night and on-call coverage as scheduled.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional organizations, etc.
Demonstrates a commitment to the Mission and Values of Eversight.