PS Eye Bank Technician

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Open Date 06/05/2026 Requisition Number PRN17127N Job Title PS Eye Bank Technician Working Title Ocular Tissue Recovery Specialist Career Progression Track C Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week Minimum of 2-3 On-Call Shifts Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Night Work Schedule Summary

Weekday Nights - 10-12 hour on-call shifts

Weekend Nights - 10-12 our on-call shifts

Is this a work study job? No VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00267 - Ophthalmology-Services Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $16.00 - $21.29 Close Date 08/05/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The 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 or training purposes.
• Delivering ocular tissue, blood samples, or storage media to surgical centers, laboratories, Moran Eye Center, and the Utah Lions Eye Bank
• Assisting the Recovery Manager with screening new recovery candidates to ensure adequate shift coverage (when applicable)
• Assisting in the proper training of new Tissue Recovery Specialist employees on proper technique, documentation, and technical skills.
• Assisting full-time staff schedule periodic fleet vehicle maintenance to ensure adequate safety and usability of vehicle for recovery-related services.
• Organizing and maintaining recovery-related supplies to ensure proper use of supplies within the allotted expiration date per FDA regulations.
• 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 LearningHub 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 Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a related Associate's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes

• No

• • Are you certified as an Eye Bank Technician, Ophthalmic Technician or Tissue Bank Specialist?

• Yes

• No

• • Indicate your level of knowledge/experience using aseptic technique and medical terminology:

• None

• Minimal

• Moderate

• Extensive

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Resume