JOB DESCRIPTION

Miracles In Sight seeks a full time, experienced Eye Bank Technician for our Winston-Salem, NC office to help facilitate high volume donation program.

REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelors Degree in Science or Biology is preferred
· Appropriate experience as ophthalmic tech or lab tech may be substituted for education
· Experience working in an eye bank laboratory environment
· Thorough knowledge of ocular anatomy and physiology as well as medical knowledge
· Ability to meet multiple time-sensitive objectives and deadlines
· Must be available for weekend rotations
· Appropriate dexterity to use surgical instruments
· Ability to cope with issues pertaining to death is essential
· Demonstrate exceptional customer service
· Ability to interact positively with co-workers within and outside of the department
· Possess basic computer skills
· Must read and write English

· Works in a lab environment handling human tissue for ocular transplants
· Processes donor blood specimens for testing
· Evaluates corneas by slit lamp and specular microscopy, and interprets findings
· Processes ocular tissue for DSAEK, DMEK, and sclera preservation
· Distributes ocular tissue for transplantation and responsible for all associated logistics
· Makes donor eligibility determinations based on FDA and EBAA standards
· Strictly adheres to all MIS SOPs pertaining to lab environment