PS Eye Bank Donor Coordinator

University of Utah, United States

Updated: 13 days ago
Location: Murray, IOWA
Job Type: FullTime

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Open Date 03/25/2024
Requisition Number PRN38045B
Job Title PS Eye Bank Donor Coordinator
Working Title PS Eye Bank Donor Coordinator - Night Shift
Job Grade C
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Night
Work Schedule Summary
Grave shift, Tuesday through Saturday 
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00267 - Ophthalmology-Services
Location Other
City Murray, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $18.00 - $23.00
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the field of corneal transplants and organ, eye and tissue donation? We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join us in our mission. As a non-profit organization serving Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Nevada, we offer outstanding benefits, including generous shift differentials ($3.00-$4.25 per hour for grave shift work), a structured career ladder, and the option to work from home after a probationary period.
 
As an Eye Bank Donor Coordinator, you’ll play a crucial role in processing donor referrals, conducting screenings, obtaining authorizations, and coordinating recoveries. Join us and be part of a team that’s changing lives every day. Training is on the job and is fully paid. 
Responsibilities
1. Interview referring hospital healthcare professionals concerning medial history of potential donors to determine donor eligibility.
2. Document all information for each potential donor referral in the ULEB referral database.
3. Screening every potential case in applicable Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
4. Obtain recorded authorization over the phone, and complete a medical/social history questionnaire over the phone.
5. Coordinate ocular tissue recoveries for each donor with the on-call Eye Bank Tissue Recovery Specialist and the transportation of ocular tissue procured from outlying locations to the ULEB office.
6. Other donor related duties as assigned.
 
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Associate’s degree in sociology, psychology, social sciences, a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus one year of related experience. 
  • Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. 
  • Certification as an Eye Bank Technician or Nursing Assistant is 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.
Preferences
  • Experience with medical terminology
  • Medical experience as MA, CNA or other related field
  • Customer service experience, call center experience
Type Benefited Staff
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 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. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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