Laboratory Technician for Autologous Serum Eye Drops -PRN

The Eye Bank of Kentucky is seeking individuals to assist our office staff in the blood draw and preparation of autologous serum eye drops, as a PRN ("as needed") Autologous Serum Eye Drops Lab Technician at our Louisville location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The positional duties may include any or all of the following:

• Handling of blood products and needles and sharps.
• Collection of blood specimens according to established procedures.
• Confirm and verify all written and electronic physician orders.
• Follow-up directly with physicians when orders are incomplete to obtain the required information.
• Processing blood components in a laminar flow hood or other sterile environment using aseptic technique.
• Processing of specimens including labeling, centrifuging, diluting, aliquoting, freezing and preparing for transport as required by physician test orders.
• Packaging distributed products for shipment and/or pick-up.
• Perform regular laboratory equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Maintain compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), HIPAA, OSHA and federal and state regulations.
• Maintain complete and accurate processing and preparation document records, including data entry in database.
• Strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Provide timely and effective verbal and written communication for any issues.
• Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required, following established policies, procedures, and protocols..

Education:

• High school diploma and an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in medical, or surgical background or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience as a phlebotomist, certification preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the principles of aseptic technique.
• Ability to work independently, with limited direction, and in a team environment.
• Ability to work with distraction and to multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, Microsoft Office, general database, and web-based applications.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by the organization.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Desired skills:

• Previous phlebotomy and hospital cleanroom experience.
• Previous sterile compounding pharmacy experience.
• A tech who has experience working within a laminar flow hood or in a sterile environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent periods of intense concentration, attention to detail and accuracy
• Hepatitis B vaccination
• Ability to lift at least 30 lbs

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Company Background:

The mission of The Eye Bank of Kentucky, a federally designated not-for-profit, is to restore sight through corneal transplant, ocular research, and medical education. We will promote eye, organ, and tissue donation while respecting and honoring the donors and their families who so selflessly give. The Eye Bank of Kentucky is dedicated to saving and enhancing lives through organ, tissue, and cornea donation. The Technician plays a vital role in our ability to meet our mission within the communities that we serve and to the physicians and their patients in need.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 16 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20