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

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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

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

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Retirement, Life, AD&D
• Opportunity for advancement
• Excellent Training
• Rewarding work