Description :

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

VisionGift (VG) is a nonprofit eye bank that obtains, evaluates and distributes eye tissue donated by caring individuals for use in cornea transplantation, research, and education.

Since 1975, our organization has helped over 65,000 individuals receive sight-restoring transplants.

This is a great opportunity for individuals with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills desiring to learn tissue processing techniques and perform microscopic ocular tissue manipulation for ophthalmic surgery.

Those who succeed will have experience and interest in the life-sciences, aseptic / sterile technique, and / or tissue processing of donor tissue for transplant.

As a Processing Technician, you will operate in an aseptic environment performing DMEK and DSAEK graft preparations, sterilize instruments, and evaluate corneal tissue using a variety of microscopes and equipment.

This position is an excellent fit for Sterile Processing Technicians, Ophthalmic Technicians, Surgical Technicians, Scrub Technicians, or anyone with healthcare experience interested in dramatically changing the lives of others every day.

Requirements :

While this position is learned through extensive on-the-job training, related experience will be viewed favorably.

A successful candidate will have :

• Very fine motor skills that are required for processing tissue for transplant
• 1 year experience in universal / standard precautions & sterile technique
• Experience with sterilization techniques and autoclave operation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office software
• Eye Bank Association of America certified technician preferred (CEBT)
• Be able to work full-time Monday-Friday 0700-1530

Hourly pay : $22.47

VisionGift offers a generous benefit package including, but not limited to :

• Employer-funded HRA
• $20,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Leave
• Voluntary benefits and more!

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.

Incumbent must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work.

Final employment offers are contingent upon a Final Candidate's successful completion of a Background Verification, and a determination by the Company that the information derived from the Background Verification does not disqualify the individual.

In addition, a Financial History Check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check may be required.

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

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Last updated : 2024-05-04