Madison, WI

Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin is regarded as one of the most progressive Eye Banks in the country. Located in the beautiful city of Madison, we are currently seeking a dynamic professional to serve our great State in the role of Hospital Development Manager.

Incumbent will be responsible for managing relations with over 130 state-wide hospitals. Develop LEBW hospital program strategic plan and act as liaison to other procurement organizations.

Essential functions:

• Develop, manage, implement successful strategies for all aspects of HD and Donor Awareness programs.
• Establish professional relationships with key operations, nursing and other senior hospital management decision makers impacting donor development.
• Achieve donor referral goals as established by Executive Director.
• Compile and analyze hospital referral/donor data.
• Develop hospital visitation schedules by priority.
• Develop hospital data base identifying all key decision makers, strategies, status and goals.
• Develop and manage Hospital Recognition Program.
• Develop, coordinate and conduct fund raising activities with transplant recipients, general public and other organizations.
• Develop, produce and distribute eye bank informational resources, to include internet based resources.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in MS Word Suite
• Ability to persuade decision makers
• Valid drivers license
• Previous experience with HD, donor agencies and fund raising

Benefits
Complete array of insurance, pension, 403b and generous Paid Time Off.

Send resumes to:
David Butters, Exec. Director
2302 International Lane, Suite 200
Madison, WI 53704
david@lebw.org

Springfield, NJ

The Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey, a subsidiary of Midwest Eye-Banks, is seeking a full-time Eye Bank Technician. Position responsibilities include all activities related to the screening, recovery, processing, and distribution of donor eye tissue for transplantation, research and/or education. Must be able to interact professionally with physicians and healthcare personnel, and perform laboratory duties and assignments as required in compliance with medical standards and with state and federal regulations.

Bachelor's degree in science, CEBT, RN, Surgical Technician or healthcare professional preferred. Strong organizational skills and ability to follow through with assignments are essential. A valid driver's license and use of own vehicle required.

Competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

Interested applicants should send resume, with cover letter, to:
Margaret Chaplin
Executive Director
Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey
841 Mountain Avenue
Springfield, NJ 07081
Email: mchaplin@lionseyebanknj.org
Fax: (973) 921-1221

Oakland, CA initially then Modesto office

The Northern California Transplant Bank located in Oakland has an opening for a Donor Services Specialist for the development of outreach programs in area hospitals, Coroners offices, funeral homes and other sources to maximize tissue donation potential in the Central Valley and coordinate timely recovery of donated tissue in service area in conjunction with Oakland office and call center in Redding. Work in collaboration with designated OPO Hospital Development staff.

Candidates require a Bachelors degree or equivalent education and work experience in allied health field, experience in eye or tissue banking preferred. Must be able to maintain statistical records and identify and analyze trends, have strong interpersonal communications and public speaking skills, be able to solve practical problems and prioritize and organize multiple tasks independently. Send resume to: NCTB, 7700 Edgewater Drive, Suite 526, Oakland, CA 94621 or email shamrick@tbionline.org

Philadelphia, PA

The position is available at the Lions Eye Bank Delaware Valley, Philadelphia Pa. Please contact Bob Lytle, Technical Director for details phone:800-462-1011 or e-mail robertlyt@aol.com

Los Angeles, CA

The Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank located in Los Angeles has an opening for a Donor Information Coordinator to perform regulated document control and research functions following established standard operating procedures and all applicable standards and regulations.

Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; computer literate; EBAA or AATB certification strongly preferred; strong interpersonal skills; excellent attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously with minimal supervision; must maintain confidentiality of all donor related information and company interests and have a working knowledge of medical terminology.

To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank, 1127 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 602, Los Angeles, CA 90017 or email shamrick@tbionline.org

Oakland, CA

The Northern California Transplant Bank (NCTB) seeks full and part time on call technicians to recovery donated tissue for transplant. Full time position also involved in the evaluation and distribution of donor tissue and associated responsibilities. Specific duties include:

• Recovers or coordinates timely recovery of donated tissue from all sources following TBI procedures.
• Accept on-call responsibilities for tissue recovery as scheduled.
• Maintain neat and accurate documentation on all hard copy forms related to the recovery and processing in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Lab maintenance including cleaning, instrument sterilization, and logs as required.
• Maintain accurate information in donor management systems.
• All other duties as assigned, including lab maintenance, donor recruitment, quality systems, training or research.

NCTB is part of the TBI network and offers an excellent benefit package including Paid Time Off, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, medical and dental coverage among other benefits.

Candidates should possess a Bachelors of Science degree in a life science or equivalent education and experience in a health care related field; strong interpersonal and organizational skills; excellent attention to detail; ability to maintain confidentiality of donor related information; and must have a valid drivers license with an insurable driving record.

Forward resumes to Human Resources @ Northern California Transplant Bank, 7700 Edgewater Drive, Suite #526, Oakland, CA 94621 or email to shamrick@tbionline.org

New Britain, CT

The Connecticut Eye Bank (CEB) is seeking a Technical Program Manager to oversee all CEB technical programs, including, but not limited to, responsibility for the laboratory, technical staff and donor recovery programs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage technical programs and develop new programs and protocols with prior endorsement and approval of the Director to maximize technical efficiencies in compliance with TBI SOPs.
• Supervise technical staff.
• Prepare goals and objectives for the technical department for routine review by the Director.
• Review and provide follow up information on all quality control incidents related to laboratory function and tissues.
• Prepare and manage technical department budget.
• Assist local and network Quality System representatives with technical requirements and implementation of requirements requested by tissue processors.
• Provide technical assistance during location audits by regulatory agencies, tissue processors, etc.
• Perform tissue recovery, processing and distribution duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in a life science or equivalent education and experience.
• In-depth knowledge of eye and tissue bank programs, purposes, and functions and ability to communicate a sense of mission and urgency to technical staff.
• Technical certification by EBAA and/or AATB.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and provide leadership for staff.
• Ability to perform and a complete understanding of all duties and procedures of the technical staff and ability to train new staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines and initiate action to correct problems encountered.
• Ability to analyze trends and perform cost/benefit analysis for efficient allocation of limited resources.
• Good interpersonal communication and writing skills.

Tissue Banks International offers a full benefit package and a challenging work environment. To apply, email your resume to shamrick@tbionline.org or fax to (410)545-4457.

Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma Lions Eye Bank located in Oklahoma City is seeking a full-time eye bank technician. Responsibilities include coordinating eye donations for transplant, obtain consent, medical history screening, recovery and tissue evaluation, professional interaction with physicians and hospital personnel, perform laboratory duties and assignments as required in compliance with Medical Standards and with state and federal regulations.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow through with assignments essential. Training for technical procedures provided. Valid driver license and dependable vehicle required

CEBT, RN, Scrub Tech or health care experience preferred.

Competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

Fax or email resume to:
Jeanette King
Executive Director
Oklahoma Lions Eye Bank
Fax 405-557-0086
Email jking@oleb.org

Dayton, OH

The Lions Eye Bank of West Central Ohio seeks energetic, articulate individual to coordinate development donation programs in area hospitals and other sources and coordinate recovery of donated tissue for transplant.

Candidates need B.S. or equivalent education/experience in allied health field and strong communication/organizational skills, experience with nursing education a plus.

To apply for this position, send resume to: Human Resources, Lions Eye Bank of West Central Ohio, 1945 Southtown Blvd., Suite E, Dayton, OH 45439 or email: aburnham@tbionline.org.

Madison, WI

Madison, Wisconsin consistently ranks as one of the nation's leading communities in which to live, work, play, and raise a family. Madison is home to the state's largest universities, the state capitol, and has an abundance of entertainment, sports, and other activity opportunities. Outstanding schools are a tradition in Madison.

As a member of the EBAA and Vision Share, LEBW has experienced tremendous growth over the last few years, and plans to purchase a new facility this spring. LEBW's future couldn't be brighter.

The Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin is seeking a Technical Director to join the LEBW leadership team. The Technical Director is responsible for managing all the technical activities including donor coordination/screening, recovery, processing, evaluation, and distribution. This position requires excellent verbal, written, and speaking skills. As with any leadership position, challenges do emerge and LEBW is seeking a career minded individual looking to make a difference, able to plan and implement effective programs continuing the growth and success of LEBW. A strong commitment to quality, support and development of staff, and excellent service to internal and external customers is required. The Technical Director's role is a critical one for the success of our organization. An exceptional compensation and benefits package is offered.

Those interested in this position should contact David Butters, Executive Director at david@lebw.org. You may also mail your resume to 2302 International Lane, Suite 200 Madison, WI 53704. Please send your cover letter and resume by March 5.

Phoenix, AZ

Position Description

Donor Network of Arizona, a full-service organ, tissue, and eye recovery organization and the federally designated OPO for the state of Arizona, is seeking an experienced individual to direct and lead our Tissue Services department.

The Tissue Services Director oversees the daily technical operations of the ocular, tissue and triage departments. This includes donor coordination, screening, recovery, processing, evaluation, preservation, and distribution. This position also oversees all aspects of personnel management of the tissue services department.

A proven track record of leadership and excellent performance with at least 5 years of progressive management experience, preferably in the organ, tissue procurement or biotechnology industry. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.

Bachelor's degree in life sciences and or allied health preferred.

Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with external medical professionals, healthcare administrators, the community and other business and government officials.

Contact

Please submit cover letter and resume and to:
Maureen Hanson, Human Resources Director
Donor Network of Arizona, 201 W. Coolidge, Phoenix, 85013
Email: human.resources@dnaz.org
Fax: 602-222-2202
URL: www.dnaz.org

Manhasset, NY

The Lions Eye Bank for Long Island, located in Manhasset, New York, is currently seeking applicants for the following positions:

• Executive Director
• Technical Supervisor
• Eye Bank Technician

Each position offers an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and detail oriented individual to join the Eye Bank and become a member of the North Shore-LIJ Health System. With its thousands of employees, the North Shore-LIJ Health System is Long Island's largest employer and one of the largest health systems in the United States.

These positions offer excellent potential for growth and include a generous salary and benefits package. For immediate consideration please email your cover letter and resume to kmanger@nshs.edu. For inquiries regarding these positions please contact Kenneth Manger.

Saint Paul, MN

Minnesota Lions Eye Bank is seeking an individual with excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills for a Donor Coordinator position. Donor coordinators are essential to the eye bank mission. They screen potential donors, contact donor families, perform donor medical/social history interviews, review medical records, and process, evaluate, and distribute donor eye tissue. Position requires completion of successful background check.

For details, please visit University of Minnesota Job Openings, click on Search Postings, and input Requisition Number 153203.

Contact technical director Raylene Dale at 612-624-1961 for more information about this position.

Las Vegas, NV

Nevada Donor Network, Inc. in Las Vegas is looking for a Certified Eye Bank Technician. This is a full-time position, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., on-call required.

Responsibilities

• daytime tissue recovery
• laboratory maintenance
• donor evaluation and consent
• relations with nursing and other personnel
• other job related duties

Applicant must have a CEBT.

Please forward resume to:
Human Resources
Nevada Donor Network, Inc.
2085 E. Sahara Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Fax: 702-796-4225
jobs@nvdonor.org
www.nvdonor.org

Phoenix, AZ

Donor Network of Arizona, a full-service organ, tissue, and eye recovery organization and the federally designated OPO for the state of Arizona, is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to work in our Phoenix office. This position is responsible for the preparation of corneal tissue for use in the Endothelial Keratoplasty (EK) procedures and ensuring suitability of the tissue following the preparation procedure. This position is also responsible for acting in the capacity of an ocular recovery coordinator when necessary, determining and performing the initial medical suitability and screening of all ocular, musculoskeletal and/or cardiovascular donors for transplant and/or research recovery. This position is also responsible for ensuring that the laboratory and equipment maintenance is performed on a daily basis when the primary or on-call technician is unable to do so as well as performing the inventory, ordering and stocking of supplies within the Tissue Services Department. This position will be utilized by the Tissue Services Management team to perform various duties within the department when there are no EK procedures to be completed, such as statistical reports, Ocular Distribution, final QA and instrument sterilization. All responsibilities should be performed within the scope of DNA's departmental standard operating procedures as well as DNA's mission and values.

Qualifications
Far Acuity: Ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more,
Near Acuity: Ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less
Depth Perception: Ability to judge distance and space relationships,
Accommodation: Ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus,
Color Vision: Ability to distinguish and identify different colors.

Minimum requirements:
High School or Equivalent, One year of Ocular Recovery experience,

Preferred experience:
Surgical Technology Background, General Knowledge of Biological Sciences, Bachelor's Degree, Certified Eye Bank Technician, 1-2 years Ocular Recovery experience.

Contact
Please submit cover letter and resume and to:
Donor Network of Arizona, 201 W. Coolidge St. Phoenix, AZ 85013, Attn Human Resources.

Resumes can also be emailed to human.resources@dnaz.org or faxed to 602-222-2202. URL: www.dnaz.org

Donor Network of Arizona offers an excellent benefits package

Seattle, WA

Reports To: Technical Director
Job Classification: Full-Time, Non-exempt
Salary Range: $37,400 to $50,600

Primary Purpose
Responsible for coordinating donor referrals and obtaining authorization for donation prior to recovery of tissue. In addition, position may provide support for recovery, chart processing, distribution, laboratory maintenance, and hospital services as needed.

Principal Accountabilities

• Coordinates donor referrals in professional and efficient manner.
• Approaches donor families in a professional and sensitive manner, balancing the interests of the donor, recipient, family, and NLEB interests.
• Performs sensitive and thorough donor medical/social history interviews in an accurate and timely manner.
• Advocates donation during communication with other organizations and with donor families.
• Communicates with Distribution staff to meet distribution needs for research tissue.
• Performs routine coordinator functions to monitor all referral coordinator activity (including other employee's referrals) including timely follow-up on early/pending death referrals, updating referrals in database (i.e., Statline), filing referrals, etc.
• Performs routine statistical reporting of referral and approach/consent activity.
• Assists with gathering and reporting of referral/donation statistics to Hospital Services.
• Performs laboratory functions related to donor screening and tissue evaluation such as specular microscopy, blood preparation, etc., as needed.
• Routinely gives feedback to Hospital and Family Services Director regarding hospital education issues.
• Routinely gives feedback to Technical Director regarding medical review and logistics of coordinating.
• Performs routine night and weekend donor coordination.
• Performs all aspects of referral triage, recovery, processing, and distribution when activity or staffing levels require.
• Must be able to work long hours, nights, and weekends when needed.
• Must have reliable, dependable transportation.
• Performs other projects and duties as assigned.
• A personal commitment to organ donation required.
• In all daily activities, strive to support the Mission, Vision, and Values of NLFSH.

Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all Eye Bank staff.

Education and/or Equivalent Experience

• High School or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
• Relevant educational or work experience with one year of eye banking experience preferred.

More information is available at www.sightlife.org. If you are interested, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@sightlife.org.

Portland, OR

The Lions Eye Bank of Oregon has an immediate opening for an Eligibility Specialist. The Eligibility Specialist (ES) is responsible for ensuring eye tissue meets or exceeds all LEBO, local, state, industry, Federal, and other applicable guidelines. Once eligibility determination has been made, the ES coordinates the allocation and distribution of ocular tissue. The ES acts as an information resource to referral center and technical staff and assists with technical and referral duties in rare circumstances. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in eye and/or tissue banking. Must be a Certified Eye Bank Technician. Extensive industry experience may be considered in lieu of any of the above noted requirements. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements by email to jobs@orlions.org

Portland, Oregon is located between the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Coast. Its proximity to numerous outdoor activities and cultural amenities make it an attractive place to live.

Redding, CA

The Northern California Transplant Bank (NCTB) is seeking a Donor Screening and Consent Manager to oversee Donor Coordination operations to ensure program meets or exceeds technical efficiencies and quality standards set; identify areas needing improvements and develop protocol and training to maximize protocol.

Responsibilities

• Manage Donor Coordination program operations (call center) to maximize program efficiencies, work product quality and productivity.
• Ensure adequate coverage for 24 hours/7days a week program
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and supervising staff performance, maintaining training files and supporting staff skill development.
• Identify areas for program improvements and develop protocols and policies needed
• Responsible for donor coordination program meeting quality standards and maintaining compliance with policies and procedures and customer interactions, problem resolution and documentation.

Qualifications

• Medical or technical background required, i.e. RN, LPN, MT, EMT, PA or Tech or associate degree or related field or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in health case industry required, tissue banking experience a plus.
• Previous call center experience preferred
• Ability to supervise and provide leadership for staff
• Good interpersonal communication, public speaking and writing skills, ability to build relationships needed for program success.
• Good knowledge of PC's and related applications
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks.
• Ability to create a professional, respectful work environment focused on responsibility, teamwork, personal integrity and excellence.
• Tissue Banks International offers a full benefit package. To apply, email your resume to shamrick@tbionline.org or fax to: 410-545-4457.

Seattle, WA

Northwest Tissue Services is the community-sponsored tissue bank that has proudly served the people of Montana, Idaho and Washington for more than 19 years. We are nonprofit and AATB accredited. The donated human tissue we provide improves the quality of life for transplant recipients - preventing amputation, restoring mobility, relieving pain, and saving lives in the community. We work with hospitals to provide safe, high quality bone, tendons, skin grafts and heart valves, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of tissue banking for the communities we serve.

We are seeking an energetic management professional to lead our lifesaving team. Incumbent will be responsible for managing all phases of Northwest Tissue Services including: administration, quality assurance, donation, procurement, processing, and distribution of tissues. Responsibilities include technical, educational, marketing, supervisory and administrative functions for Tissue Services, Cord Blood, and Peripheral Blood Stem Cell programs. Position reports directly to our Vice President of Marketing and Community Relations and will provide leadership and direction to a team of 65 staff members located in Washington and Montana.

Requirements include a B.A. or B.S. degree (specific training in anatomy, microbiology and transplantation is desirable); a minimum of four years experience in a managerial capacity; demonstrated organizational and personnel management skills; demonstrated effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; research laboratory experience (desirable); strong interest in participation in tissue banking at regional and national levels; and knowledge of elements of quality assurance programs and information management systems.

This is an exempt-level, benefits-eligible position based at our Central location in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood.

Qualified applicants should send resumes to:
Human Resources
Northwest Tissue Services
Puget Sound Blood Center
921 Terry Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104-1256
humanresources@psbc.org
fax: 866-286-7993

For proper consideration, please reference job #5364EB in all correspondence.

Help your career while helping others - join our lifesaving team!

Northwest Tissue Services - Puget Sound Blood Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA employer.

Memphis, TN

Mid South Eye Bank in Memphis needs an eye bank technician. Qualified applicant would have broad responsibilities within a small to medium eye bank setting, including daytime tissue recovery and donor evaluation, laboratory maintenance and other activities, donor evaluation and consent, relations with nursing and other personnel and other job related duties. PR is part of the job for all of us.

Applicant should either have a CEBT or two years' experience in eye banking with CEBT exam eligibility. Initiative and team spirit a must. COT's, tissue bankers also welcome. However, training time must be minimal. Step in, learn & grow with us!!

Apply in confidence to Lee Williams, Executive Director at msebtn@aol.com or to (901) 516-8264 or, via FAX to (901) 516-8266.

Phoenix, AZ

Donor Network of Arizona, a full-service organ, tissue, and eye recovery organization and the federally designated OPO for the state of Arizona, is seeking an experienced individual to manage the daily operations of its 24/7 triage call center in our Phoenix office.

The Triage Manager oversees the 24/7 operations of the Triage Center. The Triage Center is responsible for receiving the initial call regarding a death and or immanent death; the secondary screening of all referrals which have tissue donation potential; speaking with families regarding donation, coordinating the donor with the Medical Examiner, Funeral Home, Hospital, and DNA's recovery team. Oversees the collection and distribution of Call Center data and ensures prompt and accurate reporting of activity to internal and external customers.

This position will provide leadership and supervision to the Call Center staff to ensure excellent customer service and to optimize the organ and tissue donation potential of each call. Responsibilities include maintaining adequate staffing levels, training employees and performance management.

Must have excellent leadership, communication and multitasking skills, the ability to meet deadlines, strong supervisory experience.

Qualifications
Minimum Education
B.S. degree or equivalent exp. Knowledge of medical terminology.

Minimum Experience
2 yrs exp with donor screening and consent work. 2-3 yrs supervisory exp.

Preferred Education
B.S.degree and/or RN or CTBS

Preferred Experience
3-5 yrs donor screening and consent experience.
1-2 yrs Ocular and/or Tissue recovery exp.
3-5 yrs of supervisory exp. Telecommunications/customer service experience.

Contact
Donor Network of Arizona offers an excellent benefits package as well as relocation assistance.
Please submit cover letter and resume and to:
Donor Network of Arizona, 201 W. Coolidge St. Phoenix, AZ 85013,
Attn Human Resources.
Resumes can also be emailed to human.resources@dnaz.org or faxed to 602-222-2202. URL: www.dnaz.org

Expiration: Open until filled

Oakland, CA

The Northern California Transplant Bank (NCTB) in Oakland is seeking a Technical Program Manager to oversee all NCTB technical programs, including, but not limited to, responsibility for the laboratory, technical staff and donor recovery programs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage technical programs and develop new programs and protocols with prior endorsement and approval of the Executive Director to maximize technical efficiencies in compliance with TBI SOPs.
• Supervise technical staff.
• Prepare goals and objectives for the technical department for routine review by the Executive Director.
• Review and provide follow up information on all quality control incidents related to laboratory function and tissues.
• Prepare and manage technical department budget.
• Assist local and network Quality System representatives with technical requirements and implementation of requirements requested by tissue processors.
• Provide technical assistance during location audits by regulatory agencies, tissue processors, etc.
• Perform tissue recovery, processing and distribution duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in a life science or equivalent education and experience.
• In-depth knowledge of eye and tissue bank programs, purposes, and functions and ability to communicate a sense of mission and urgency to technical staff.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and provide leadership for staff.
• Ability to perform and a complete understanding of all duties and procedures of the technical staff and ability to train new staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines and initiate action to correct problems encountered.
• Ability to analyze trends and perform cost/benefit analysis for efficient allocation of limited resources.
• Good interpersonal communication and writing skills.

Tissue Banks International offers a full benefit package and a challenging work environment. To apply, email your resume to shamrick@tbionline.org or fax to (410)545-4457.

Baltimore, MD

Tissue Banks International has an opening for a Quality Assurance Coordinator to support TBI network quality assurance with special emphasis on regulatory site audits and follow up, equipment validations, and development and implementation of national and local standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience, with a minimum of 3 years experience in a structured regulated environment such as biologics, medical devise or pharmaceuticals preferred. Knowledge of GTP required, cGMP and ISO Quality Systems a plus. ASQ certified Quality Auditor or Biomedical Auditor preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously required, as well as computer literate. Must be able to travel in excess of 20% of time.

To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, TBI, 815 Park Ave., Baltimore, MD 21201 or email shamrick@tbionline.org

Manhasset, NY

The Lions Eye Bank for Long Island, located in Manhasset, New York, is currently looking for Certified Eye Bank Technicians to become part of our team. Depending on the candidate's level of eye banking experience, qualified individuals will be considered for the position of Eye Bank Technician or Eye Bank Technical Supervisor. Each position offers an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the Eye Bank and become a part of the North Shore-LIJ Health System. With its thousands of employees, the North Shore-LIJ Health System is Long Island's largest employer and one of the largest health systems in the United States.

These positions offer excellent potential for growth and include a generous salary and benefits package. Depending on the candidate's level of experience and the position involved, the starting base salary ranges up to $60,000. The benefits package includes medical, dental, and optical coverage, a 403b plan, 37 PTO's/year, and much more. For immediate consideration please fax your resume to (516) 562-1581 or email the resume to sknapik@nshs.edu. For inquiries regarding this position please contact the Eye Bank's Executive Director, Stephen Knapik, at (516) 465-8430.

Charleston, SC

Position Description
The Tissue Services Division of LifePoint, Inc., which services the state of South Carolina for organ, ocular and tissue recovery is seeking one highly motivated, high energy professional that is experienced in ocular and/or tissue recovery for a full time position in our Charleston, South Carolina office.
The Tissue Recovery Coordinator is responsible for many aspects of ocular and tissue recovery. This position works both independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities
Accurately reviews consent and medical records. Maintains knowledge and is proficient at all donor screening criteria and procedures, performs and documents thorough physical assessment, proficient at all musculoskeletal, skin, cardiovascular and ocular tissue procurement, performs donor phlebotomy and secures pre-transfusion, pre-mortem blood samples when necessary, ensures accurate and proper completion of LifePoint donor chart documentation, performs packaging and transports or arranges transportation for recovered tissue, serological samples, microbiological samples to appropriate final destination. Mandatory rotating schedule involving weekends and holidays.

Qualifications
EBAA or AATB Certified preferred. Must have high school diploma, degree/knowledge/background in the medical field a must. Must have ability to express self clearly both orally and written, must have ability to interface effectively and diplomatically with interoffice personnel, donor hospitals, hospital staff and the public. Must exhibit leadership skills, integrity and professionalism.

Contact
Qualified applicants please send cover letter referencing Job #TRC080307 along with an updated resume to: hr@lifepoint-sc.org or fax to 864-751-2926.

Denver, CO

We have an immediate opening in our Public & Professional Relations Department that offers the opportunity to utilize the full spectrum of PR strategies and tactics. The Public & Professional Relations Coordinator reports to the department director. Duties include:

• Act as primary RMLEB representative to assigned institutions and groups and develop effective, two-way relationships with those assigned institutions and groups. These may include hospitals, hospices, coroners, donor families, transplant recipients, surgeons and transplant centers.
• Establish and maintain effective customer relationships to enhance collaboration, which includes regular contact with key individuals within these publics to develop an understanding of the flow of decision-making as it affects the donor process.
• Working with the department manger, research, conduct and evaluate programs and communication to achieve the informed public understanding necessary to the success of these organizational aims and goals:
  1. Promote comprehensive referral/donation processes for eye donors;
  2. Educate healthcare professionals on the techniques for communicating with families of donors;
  3. Identify educational deficits in professional and public audiences;
  4. Resolve issues that impede donation and recovery process.
• Represent the eye bank on local and national Coalition on Donation committees.
• Assist with writing and production of Web site content, newsletters, annual reports and other corporate communication vehicles.
• Limited media relations and event planning.

Requirements:
The Public and Professional Relations Coordinator must be self-motivated. He or she must be able to set and accomplish goals independently yet be able to work within multidisciplinary teams. In addition, the coordinator must be able to think and work creatively under pressure in the public and professional arena. Strong interpersonal communication skills are essential. Public speaking is an important aspect of work in this department so the coordinator must be comfortable in front of large and small groups. Strong writing skills are required.

Statewide travel is occasionally required and travel within the Denver metro area and front range is frequent. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, car and car insurance. Mileage is reimbursed.

Education: Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations or related field is preferred. Work experience may be substituted at the Director's discretion.

Experience: Two to three years communications experience, preferably in a health care environment. Public speaking experience is strongly preferred.

To apply: send resume, cover letter and a writing sample to employment@corneas.org

Benefits information is available at www.corneas.org

The Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender variance, marital status, military status or physical or mental disability. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions.

Indianapolis, IN

The Indiana Lions Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank seeks a Chief Technician to coordinate day to day activities of the laboratory and technical staff, including donor recovery, tissue evaluation, laboratory quality control and distribution to ensure the timely release of surgical quality tissue in conjunction with the Technical Program Manager.

Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience, in-depth knowledge of eye and tissue bank programs, purposes and functions; EBAA certification required; AATB certification a plus and needs to be obtained within 12 months of hire; ability to perform and a complete understanding of all duties and procedures of the technical staff; strong interpersonal and organization skills and public speaking and writing skills; ability to keep accurate records, recognize trends and analyze statistics; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks; and the ability to solve practical problems and deal with multiple variations in situations.

To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, Indiana Lions Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank, 702 Rotary Circle, Room 146, Indianapolis, IN 46202 or email shamrick@tbionline.org

AZ

This Full-Time, non-exempt position is responsible for (but no limited to) screening and triage of potential eye & tissue donors, obtaining consent and MSHQ from legal NOK, and coordination of the donor recovery with the recovery team, hospital, Medical Examiner, and other agencies. The TC also ensures that all donor-related activity on the assigned shift is conducted in a thorough, accurate, and professional manner.

• Minimum Education: HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Education: CTBS, CEBT, or Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum Experience: Two years in donor screening (to include obtaining consent & MSHQ), tissue recovery or a combination of both. Candidate must have strong communication and organizational skills as well as a working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.

Please forward a resume and cover letter to Human Resource attn: Diane Ferguson via email at diane@dnaz.org or via facsimile 602-222-2202.

AZ

This Full-Time, non-exempt position will be responsible for (but not limited to) screening, medical record chart review, coordination of the donor recovery, coordination with hospitals, procurement of tissues, incoming/receiving of supplies and laboratory cleaning. The TRC ensures that all donor recovery activity on an assigned shift is conducted in a thorough, accurate, and professional manner.

• Minimum Education: HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in Health Science or CTBS.
• Minimum Experience: Two years in tissue recovery. Candidate must have strong communication and organizational skills.

Please forward a resume and cover letter to Human Resource attn: Diane Ferguson via email at diane@dnaz.org or via facsimile 602-222-2202.

Los Angeles, CA

The Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank located in Los Angeles has an opening for a Compliance Officer to audit donor records and quality control practices, document staff training activities, handle adverse reaction report compliance, SOP implementation and document control following established standard operating procedures and all applicable standards and regulations and also support tissue distribution.

Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience, preferably in a regulated environment; knowledge of GTP required, cGMP and ISO 9001 a plus; excellent written and oral communication skills; computer literate; EBAA or AATB certification a plus; excellent attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously with minimal supervision; proven skills interacting with people on all levels; must maintain confidentiality of all donor related information and company interests and have a working knowledge of medical terminology.

To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank, 1127 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 602, Los Angeles, CA 90017 or email shamrick@tbionline.org

Cleveland, OH

Looking for a CEBT to assist manufacturer with in-services. Candidate must have a complete understanding of the DSAEK procedure, good communication skills and ability to travel.

To apply for this position, contact Alex or Mark at Refractive Technologies, Inc., 888-216-1914.

San Antonio, TX

The San Antonio Eye Bank seeks a Compliance Officer to perform audits of donor records and quality control practices, document staff training, handle adverse reaction compliance and SOP implementation and document control following established standard operating procedures and all applicable standards and regulations and on a timely basis.

Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience. Experience in a structured regulated environment such as medical device or pharmaceuticals strongly preferred. Knowledge of GTP required, cGMP and ISO 9001 a plus. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skill; computer literate; EBAA certification within 12 months of hire; excellent attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously also required.

The San Antonio Eye Bank is part of the TBI network and includes a competitive benefit package.

To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, TBI, 815 Park Ave., Baltimore, MD 21201 or email shamrick@tbionline.org

Birmingham, AL

The candidate will oversee a multi-office network, interact with vision scientists in clinical and laboratory research and provide direct supervision of a staff of thirty.

A Bachelor of Science (BS), CEBT certification and five years eye banking experience is preferred.

Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills and work effectively within a multi generation and cultural environment.

Must be highly motivated and capable of expanding the work of the eye bank.

Responsibilities include:

• Directly supervising Laboratory, Communication Service Center, Quality Assurance, and Training and Development managers
• Adhering to federal, state and industry regulations
• Networking with various industry organizations/coalitions

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

The position will be located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Submit CV and references by April 30, 2007 to:
Human Resources
Alabama Eye Bank
500 Robert Jemison Road
Birmingham, AL 35209
Fax: 205/313-8302

To learn more about our organization, visit www.alabamaeyebank.org
Equal Opportunity Employer

Allentown, PA

The Northeast Pennsylvania Lions Eye Bank is currently seeking candidates for the position of Quality Services Coordinator in the Allentown, PA location. Applicants should have strong attention to detail and accuracy, strong computer skills including Excel, effective written and oral communication skills, and ability to work independently and stay motivated. Previous experience in healthcare field a plus. Prefer a degreed professional with quality/statistical exposure. Qualified candidates must submit resume to:

The Morning Call
Box 577
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 1260
Allentown, PA 18105