Vancouver Coastal Health
Job title:
Tissue/Eye Bank Technologist 2
Company
Vancouver Coastal Health
Job description
The salary range for this position is CAD $36.69/Hr. – CAD $45.81/Hr.Job SummaryCome work as a Tissue/Eye Bank Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Tissue/Eye Bank Technologist to join the Eye Bank team at Vancouver General Hospital in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!As a Tissue/Eye Bank Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:Perform a variety of duties relating to the retrieval, processing, preservation, and distribution of human donor tissue, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.Process documentation for potential donors, liase with a variety of individuals to review donor’s medical/special history to ascertain suitabiltiy of tissue for transplant, enucleating suitable eyes, assess tissue, arrange distribution of tissue for transplant and check the work performed by designated contractors to ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures.Be responsible for functions such as entering data into a computerized tissue inventory system and performing routine calibration of laboratory equipment, freezers and apparatus in accordance with established procedure and safety standards.Participate on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned.QualificationsEducation & Experience
- Two years’ post secondary education in a biological science field or certified with either the American Association of Tissue Banks or the Eye Bank Association of America.
- Two (2) years’ recent, related experience in either a Tissue or an Eye Bank or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Valid BC Driver’s licence (Class 5) and access to a vehicle is required.
- Eligible for certification with the America Association of Tissues Banks and/or the Eye Bank Association of America.
Knowledge & Abilities
- Broad knowledge of theory and practice for tissue/eye culture.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively in a supportive and positive manner.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
- Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Basic computer literacy to operate a computerized inventory database system.
Closing StatementThe hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and “going first” when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
- Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
- Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers in 2024.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.
Expected salary
Location
Vancouver, BC
Job date
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 23:26:08 GMT
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