Ocular Tissue Processing & Distribution Technician (Evenings/Weekends)

Visiongift; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

7 paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

Employer paid medical and vision

Dental benefits

401k with employer match

Sabbatical leave

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Dependent Care and FSA

Parental leave

Job summary

VisionGift, a nonprofit dedicated to providing ocular tissue for transplant, research, and education, is seeking a Processing and Distribution Technician (PDT). This role is learned through extensive on‑the‑job training and offers hands‑on experience in tissue processing, evaluation, packaging, and shipping.

The PDT works in a fast‑paced environment with on‑call shifts, possible evenings, weekends, and holidays, and requires strong attention to detail and good communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science preferred; commensurate experience acceptable.
• Very fine motor skills required for tissue processing.
• Experience with universal/standard precautions, sterilization, and autoclave operation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ocular tissue for transplant.
• Evaluate tissue for suitability using microscopy (specular), slit lamp biomicroscopy, and OCT.
• Prepare all supplies and field for tissue processing.
• Distribute and package tissue.
• Manage shipments.
• Deliver tissue to local surgical facilities occasionally.
• Circulate for operator.
• Sterilize and maintain equipment.
• Support Lab Technician by maintaining supplies and cleanliness.

Skills

Fine motor skills

Sterilization techniques

Autoclave operation

Microsoft Windows / Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Experience may substitute for degree

Tools

Specular microscopy

Job description

VisionGift, a nonprofit dedicated to providing ocular tissue for transplant, research, and education, is seeking a Processing and Distribution Technician (PDT). This role is learned through extensive on‑the‑job training and offers hands‑on experience in tissue processing, evaluation, packaging, and shipping.

The PDT works in a fast‑paced environment with on‑call shifts, possible evenings, weekends, and holidays, and requires strong attention to detail and good communication.