Transplant Tissue Allocation Specialist- Entry Level (Eye Bank)

Lions Visiongift • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Transplant Tissue Allocation Specialist at VisionGift is an entry-level position focused on coordinating the logistics of corneal transplants. This role serves as the primary contact for surgeons and schedulers, ensuring the efficient distribution of ocular tissue for transplant and research purposes. The position is ideal for individuals interested in healthcare careers, particularly pre-med, pre-nursing, or pre-dental students, and emphasizes strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to follow standard operating procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare or related fields.
• Interest in pursuing a career in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for corneal transplants and tissue distribution.
• Serve as the primary contact for surgeons and schedulers regarding east coast distribution events.
• Distribute transplant and non-transplant tissue according to VisionGift policies and procedures.
• Match transplant corneas with patients and surgeons based on various factors.
• Track inbound and outbound shipments using multiple shipping interfaces.
• Hand-deliver tissue to local hospitals and surgery centers as needed.
• Network with other eye banks and partner entities to fulfill transplant needs.
• Build and manage the surgery schedule by processing tissue requests.
• Facilitate training for surgeons, residents, and fellows by organizing wet labs and distributing training tissue.
• Maintain a highly developed database for daily functions.
• Evaluate tissue and determine surgical suitability as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave after 1 year of service
• 3 weeks PTO
• 7 paid holidays
• 1 Floating Holiday
• 1 DEI holiday
• Employer-funded HRA
• $20,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• Voluntary benefits and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED