Special Instructions
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Announcement
Open Date: 01/09/2024
Requisition Number: PRN14469N
Job Title: Eye Bank Lab Technician
Job Grade: C
FLSA Code: Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code: Yes
Type: Part Time
Shift: Day
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Pay Rate Range: $15.00 - $20.00
Job Summary
The Utah Lions Eye Bank—an extension of the John A. Moran Eye Center—is a nonprofit organization that has facilitated the gift of sight worldwide through transplantation and research since 1972. By restoring vision, cornea donation changes not only the lives of recipients but also the lives of everyone around them. Located in Murray, Utah, we are a full-service eye bank operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Eye Bank Lab Technician assists the lab on an as-needed basis and is responsible for delivery of tissue, maintenance, distribution, and assisting in processing. Hours vary and are flexible.
Responsibilities
The Lab Technician will be responsible for the following:
- Assist with tissue deliveries on an on-call basis.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the ULEB laboratory.
- Assist with tissue processing in ULEB specialized processing rooms.
- Assist with tissue distribution and allocation of tissue.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other scientific disciplines in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials, and substances. Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification may be required by some departments.
Preferences
Preferred lab experience or science-related field.
Background in optometry, ophthalmology, or surgery recommended.
Excellent customer service background in a related field.
Additional Information
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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