Recovery Technicians (RTs) travel to the site of ocular donors, such as funeral homes and hospitals. They are responsible for the safe recovery of ocular tissue utilizing sterile/aseptic technique. RTs deliver quarantined ocular tissue to be delivered to East TN Lions Eye Bank. Must live within 30 minutes of East Tn Lion's Eye Bank in Knoxville.
Essential Duties Of The Position
Must be comfortable with viewing deceased donors
Answering phone and activated to recover ocular tissue
Positive and Professional interactions with hospital and other healthcare professionals while representing ETLEB
Identification of the donor (e.g. ID band, toe tag, morgue cooler label)
Perform and document detailed physical inspection- requires being able to roll the donor independently
Pen light exam of the eyes
Obtain adequate blood samples that are eligible for infectious disease testing
Excision of ocular tissue - must have fine motor skills and dexterity
Maintaining sterility
Collect vitreous for Coroners/MEs
Perform donor eye restoration
Perform all required documentation in a thorough, complete and professional manner
Package tissue, blood samples, and documentation appropriately for transportation to ETLEB laboratory
Medical terminology is a must
Decision Making Authority
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Consult supervisor as needed
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
HS Diploma or equivalency required
Valid driver's license and insured/safe motor vehicle
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Necessary To Perform Essential Functions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strict attention to detail
Ability to learn and follow all ETLEB Standard Operating Procedures regarding donor recovery
Ability to effectively multi-task
Physical/Environmental Demands Of The Position
Physical Activities – reaching, grasping, precision dexterity, talking, seeing, hearing, writing, driving and walking
Level of Physical Requirements – moderate work. Must be able to lift 50 lbs independently
Environmental Conditions – generally in hospital morgue or room. ME/Coroner office or funeral home
Exposure to computers, cell phones and other office equipment. Exposure to cornea preservation media and other recovery supplies and reagents.
Shifts are Per Diem (On-call position)Shifts will be 12 or 24 hours. Must be able to work at least 4 shifts per month. On call pay is $30 for a 12 hour shift and $60 for a 24 hour shift. Pay for a completed case is $125. You will use your own vehicle to travel to and from office, We will pay 0.58 per mile. You will use a company car to travel to locations after office.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $3.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- On call
Work Location: In person