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Description :
Make a difference in the lives of others by helping give the gift of sight!
VisionGift is a non-profit organization founded in 1975 by Lions Clubs of Oregon, which recognized the need for an eye bank to provide ocular tissue for transplants, research and medical education. Since its inception, over 65,000 people have received the gift of sight from tissue procured and screened by VisionGift, which works closely with transplant surgeons.
Please visit www.visiongift.org for more information on our organization.
VisionGift is currently offering a challenging and rewarding full time Recovery Technician position at our Portland location. This position is primarily responsible for recovering human eye tissue from post-mortem donors for transplant, research and educational purposes. Work is performed in a hospital morgue or funeral home, with potential exposure to communicable diseases or hazardous materials.
Examples of responsibilities include :
- Coordinating tissue recoveries with Donor Referral Line staff;
- Post-mortem removal of human donor eye tissue for transplant, research, and medical education purposes according to Standard Operating Procedures;
- Surgical tissue preservation;
- Laboratory and supply tasks;
- Assistance in training and onboarding new technicians;
- Other duties as assigned.
We are a 24 / 7 organization that deals with grief and the demands of the outside healthcare environment which can lead to variations in workloads / volume that can cause stress. In-house training is provided. Preference will be given to applicants with experience or course work in biological sciences, allied health, or medical technology.
We are hiring for day and night positions. Shifts are 12 hours starting at either 6am or 6pm.
Hourly rate is $20 / hr plus shift differential with a raise to $21 / hr after successful completion of 90 days of employment. This position comes with a cell phone stipend. Bonus pay is awarded to exemplary staff.
Requirements : Requirements
In addition to the hourly wage, VisionGift offers a generous benefit package including, but not limited to :
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.
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Compensation details : 20-21 Hourly Wage
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Salary : $20 - $21
