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| Job Title: | Recovery Technician - Rochester Area |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 20, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | High School Diploma/GED |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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Job ID360540
LocationRochester
Job FamilySupplemental Employee
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code0001
Employee ClassCivil Service
About the Job
The Recovery Technician will service in the greater Rochester, MN area. Lions Gift of Sight is homed in St. Paul.
Perform Eye Tissue Recoveries - 75%
Respond to pages or calls from donor coordinator within 10 minutes, when on call, and provide clear and concise information to ensure timeliness and efficiency
Travel to assigned facilities
Adhere to facility expectations regarding check in, check out, facility requests, including any medical examiner restrictions or requests
Receive and verify legal authorization for eye donation
Confirm the identity of the donor
Tissue eligibility duties
Perform external exam of the body and eyes
Obtain adequate blood sample
Collect medical, laboratory, and other data to ensure tissue quality
Prepare donors for recovery within procedural guidelines
Perform surgical scrub per AORN standards
Perform whole eye enucleation or in situ corneal excision as directed
Accurately and legibly label all tissue and specimens
Package tissue, instruments, and documentation per policy
Clean, restore, and reposition the donor following recovery
Provide excellent customer service by treating donors with dignity and respect, families with compassion, and facilities with professionalism and cleanliness
Documentation - 15%
Complete required documentation for each procedure and submit it for inclusion in the individuals medical record and LGS case file, paper form or electronically
Special Projects - 10%
Maintain annual tissue recovery certifications and complete required training
Respond to supervisor feedback and meet established tissue quality standards
Host visiting observers and assist in the training of new technicians
Attend and actively participate in meetings and complete performance assessments at the request of supervisors & managers
Support laboratory, distribution, coordination, referral, and partner relations
Perform other projects as assigned by supervisor
General Responsibilities - At all times
Practice safe work habits
Carry a cell phone or pager during assigned call shifts
Maintain professional work habits, communication skills, appearance, documentation, etc.
Practice effective, respectful, and proactive communications with all LGS staff and with staff at partner organizations
Be an advocate for organ, eye, and tissue donation as we work to advance the LGS mission to restore sight through eye donation
Qualifications
All required qualifications must be documented on application material
Required Qualifications
At least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision and dynamically prioritize tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to make detailed observations and document them clearly and completely
Comfortable working with deceased individuals
Ability to understand and adhere to sterile and aseptic technique, universal precautions, and LGS policies and procedures
Excellent fine motor skills to perform surgical procedures delicately and precisely
Capability to use standard office and business equipment
Maintain valid driver's license and adhere to University of Minnesota & Lions Gift of Sight vehicle use policies. Must maintain reliable transportation at all times
Ability to work varying hours, nights, and weekends
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and shift/move weights of 250+ lbs
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of post-high school work experience or education in donation, bioscience, healthcare, or related field
Experience with cadavers or deceased individuals, surgical techniques, aseptic technique, lab procedures, and microscopy
Knowledge of human and/or eye anatomy and related medical terminology
Understanding of HIPAA guidelines, biohazard safety, and FDA's "Good Tissue Practice"
Knowledgeable about general disease processes, signs, symptoms, and infectious disease
About the Department
Lions Gift of Sight
Lions Gift of Sight (formerly Minnesota Lions Eye Bank), a partnership between the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Neurosciences and Minnesota Lions club members, has provided donor eye tissue for sight-saving corneal transplants, research, and education for more than 50 years! One of the most successful eye banks in the world, the Lions Gift of Sight has helped restore sight to more than 29,000 people. In addition, more than 1,000 eyes or corneas are dedicated to research every year.
For more information please visit:
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences (OVNS) has experts in all six subspecialty areas of ophthalmology. OVNS ophthalmologists are among the best in the world, treating the full spectrum of health issues relating to the eye, including the most complicated and challenging cases of glaucoma, cataracts, conditions of the retina and cornea, and ocular cancer. Approximately71,000 patients are seen annually in OVNS treatment centers, and team members, from faculty to technicians to administrators, are dedicated to providing excellent patient care, discovering new treatments, and educating the next generation of eye care professionals.
For more information please visit our website at:
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
Diversity
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The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional... For full info follow application link.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
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