Job Details

Ocular Tissue Recovery Specialist

Position Number: 6784241
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Medicine - Other Medicine

Ocular Tissue Recovery Specialist

Job Summary

The Per-Diem Tissue Recovery Specialist is responsible for the excision of ocular tissue from deceased donors for the intent of transplantation and/or medical research. The role entails driving to the recovery site (e.g., Office of the Medical Examiners, funeral homes, hospitals), performing necessary assessments of the donor, performing the ocular excision procedure, and proper delivery of procured tissue to the correct facility. Additional responsibilities related to the recovery department may be assigned by the Recovery Manager based on recovery tier status.

Responsibilities
The Per-Diem Tissue Recovery Specialist will be responsible for:
Maintaining a valid driver's license during time of employment.
Driving to and from the recovery location in a safe and timely manner.
Performing a detailed physical assessment of the potential donor; documenting any visible signs of communicable diseases.
Observing the posterior side of the donor by rolling the cadaver, and/or lifting extremities.
Drawing Cadaveric blood; or obtaining pre-transfused samples from the admitting hospital when necessary.
Performing sterile corneoscleral excision and aseptic preservation of tissue for the intent of transplantation.
Performing non-sterile whole eye enucleation for the intent of medical research.
Assisting in the proper field training of new Tissue Recovery Specialist employees on proper technique, documentation, and technical skills.
Conducting professional interactions with referring hospitals, funeral homes, law enforcement agencies, DonorConnect, and the Office of the Medical Examiners.
Maintaining a competent level of understanding of Standard Operating Procedures associated with the recovery department of the Utah Lions Eye Bank.
Completing annual Bridge/LMS training per University of Utah Health Academics policy.
Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Associate'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. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. Certification as an Eye Bank Technician, Ophthalmic Technician or Tissue Bank Specialist is preferred. Experience with aseptic technique and medical terminology also preferred.

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.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY
Possess knowledge of all University of Utah Health/ULEB/FDA/EBAA Policies and Procedures.
Know and follow current hospital and Office of the Medical Examiner procedures regarding organ/tissue donation in accordance with current FDA/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY
Possess knowledge of all University of Utah Health/ULEB/FDA/EBAA Policies and Procedures.
Know and follow current hospital and the Office of the Medical Examiners procedures regarding organ/tissue donation in accordance with current FDA/EBAA/OME/ULEB Policies and Procedures.
Uphold University Health Academics core values by adhering to the PROMISE standards.
Obtain and apply general medical knowledge in the determination of donor eligibility.
Demonstrate human relations and collaborative communication skills.
Maintain donor confidentiality.
Interact with partner agencies in a professional and customer-oriented friendly manner.
PC & Microsoft Office skills encompassing excellent data entry abilities.
Must be available to cover a minimum of 3 eight - ten-hour shifts within a weekly timeframe.
Ability to tolerate strong smells and graphic/traumatic visuals.

Special Instructions
Must be available in the afternoon during the training process. A transition to nights will occur after the completion of training.

Requisition Number: PRN16606N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary: Nights: 9pm-7am, on-call coverageNights: 10pm-6am, on-call coverage
Department: 00267 - Ophthalmology-Services
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $15.00-$19.22
Close Date: 1/10/2026
Open Until Filled:

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