Per Diem Recovery Technician - Ocular Tissue (Idaho)

Make a difference in the lives of others by helping give the gift of sight!

VisionGift is a non-profit organization founded in 1975 by Lions Clubs of Oregon, which recognized the need for an eye bank to provide Ocular Tissue for transplants, research and medical education.

Since its inception, over 65,000 people have received the gift of sight from tissue procured and screened by VisionGift, which works closely with transplant surgeons. Additionally, Ocular Tissues have been utilized for valuable research projects and surgical training.

Please visit www.visiongift.org for more information on our organization

VG is currently offering a challenging and rewarding Per-Diem Recovery Technician position to provide on-call coverage for southwestern Idaho and eastern Oregon with a focus on our hospital partners in the Boise, ID area.

Examples of responsibilities include:

· Screening of provided information for donor suitability

· Post-mortem removal of human donor eye tissue for transplant and research/medical education

· Surgical tissue preservation

· Procurement of pre-mortem/pre-transfusion blood sample with appropriate hemodilution from hospital lab if necessary

· Total physical inspection of donor; careful examination for any donation contraindications

· Whole globe pen-light evaluation

· Aseptic enucleation of whole globes, or in situ preservation of cornea

· Complete documentation of recovery, blood draw, and recovery details on appropriate paper work

In-house training is provided. Preference will be given to applicants with experience or course work in biological sciences, allied health, and/or medical technology. A flexible schedule is preferred as well.

This is an on call position where the technician must be available to be dispatched on a recovery during their on call shift. Shifts vary and are assigned a month in advance. We are a 24 hour organization and we operate 7 days a week.

Hourly rate is $20/hr. Standby rate is $3.00/hr for day and $4.00/hr for nights. Recoveries are paid on a per-case basis of between approximately $80 - $145. Mileage reimbursement at the federal reimbursement rate for miles driven for recoveries. Phone stipend for use of phone for work communication.

Benefits:

• Medical and Vision
• $20,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
• EAP
• Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary benefits and more!

Requirements:

• Must be detail-oriented and able to follow directives and work independently
• Have a valid driver's license with an excellent driving record and reliable, insured vehicle
• Have access to e-mail and Internet
• Travel around the Boise and eastern Oregon areas is required.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications listed in the job post. We are more interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed. If you are unsure if you meet the qualifications of this role please email hr@visiongift.org to discuss your application.

Please read this job description carefully and ask for clarification if you have difficulty understanding the functions of this job.

Please describe any accommodations that you need in order to perform this job.

COVID-19:

We require all employees be vaccinated or have a medical or religious exemption that prohibits vaccination. You must let HR know during the interview process if you need an exemption. You are required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination when a job offer is extended. Please reach out to HR at HR@visiongift.org.

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