Laboratory Services Specialist at Lions World Vision Institute

Position Purpose

The Laboratory Services position is responsible for the evaluation and processing of donated ocular tissue for transplantation. This position prepares workstations for lamellar preparations, post post-processing workstations, performs cleaning and sterilization of instruments, evaluates eye tissue, and processes eye tissue which includes but is not limited to DSAEK, DMEK, PDEK, and ALK. This position works a rotating schedule ensuring adequate coverage in the Laboratory.

Schedule and Pay

• Position works 7, 12-hour rotating shifts over two-weeks including every other weekend.
• $21.00 - 23.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare instrument kits for sterilization
• Sterilize instrumentation
• Circulate in the lab in support of the processing of corneal tissue for lamellar preparations DSAEK, DMEK, PDEK, and ALK
• Use independent judgment to perform corneal evaluation via specular, slit lamp and black light microscopy, and OCT.
• Complete required documentation and perform data entry following Lions World Vision Institute policies and procedures.
• Perform sterile tissue processing for cornea and scleral grafts.
• Perform all functions in adherence to Lions World Vision Institute policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance at all times with FDA, EBAA, and the state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Perform laboratory maintenance following Lions World Vision Institute policies.
• Assist with packaging, shipping and receiving as needed
• Perform other duties as requested by management

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous experience in Eye Banking preferred
• One to two years of experience in a related field may be substituted for education (Experience in nursing, ophthalmic technician, surgical technologist, Laboratory Research, or other allied healthcare role preferred)
• Knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and disease processes preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrate exceptional customer service, attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Ability to interact with co-workers within and outside of the department
• Ability to effectively prioritize shift activities
• Knowledge of the principles of microbiology, and sterile/aseptic technique as it relates to eye banking
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Products; i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, etc.
• Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology
• Be a self-starter and perform work independently
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and or holidays as required
• Ability to accepted guidance

Work Environment

The work environment described here is representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to a laboratory-like environment and an office-like environment. The noise level is usually low. Open discussions about donor health and circumstances of death occur throughout the day. Equipment required for this position include but are not limited to, standard office space and equipment, standard PC equipment, printers, and telephone and/or headset.