Eye Bank Donor Coordinator - Day Shift
Job Summary
Responsible for processing all donor referrals by telephone and e-mail; performing medical screening to determine eligibility and suitability of referrals for eye donation; obtaining legal authorization for eye tissue donation; coordinating a recovery; obtaining a medical/social history from donor family; communicating effectively with all referral sources; initiating, maintaining, and completing all electronic and donor records.
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 requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates 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
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN38965B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: 3 shifts 12-hour
Department: 00267 - Ophthalmology-Services
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 18.00 to 23.00
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/166565
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