Tissue Bank Technician 1 at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida

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Tissue Bank Technician 1

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has an exciting Part Time/ Temporary opportunity for a Tissue Bank Technician to work at UHealth.

Core Job Summary

The Tissue Technician supports the Brain Bank's Post Mortem Team in the recovery of tissues for research. Responsible for complying with all quality assurance requirements of the Brain Bank as mandated in its protocols, best practices guidelines, and biorepository industry standards.

Core Responsibilities

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  Primary Duties and Responsibilities (For Non-exempt Employees Include Percent of Effort

  
  


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  Required to take Recovery on-call duties, on a rotating basis, as assigned by Management

  
  


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  Pre-case preparation of recovery and processing areas following pertinent SOPs and protocols, to include all equipment and supplies

  
  


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  Recovery of brain tissue and associated tissue samples in the manner outlined in all pertinent SOPs and protocols

  
  


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  Responsible for the post-recovery/post-processing clean up and disinfection of the recovery/processing area and equipment

  
  


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  Responsible for completion of required case paperwork

  
  


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  Familiarity and knowledge of information contained in the Brain Bank SOPs

  
  


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  Remain current on all UM mandatory training as well as departmental training

  
  


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  Attend all required departmental meetings, conferences and training groups

  
  


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  Will be required to perform any other task or function within the department on an as-needed or emergency basis, and as assigned by Management.

  
  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

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  High school diploma or equivalent

  
  


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  Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

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  Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

  
  


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  Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

  
  


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  Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

  
  


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  Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

  
  


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  Commitment to the University's core values.

  
  


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  Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

  
  

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Part time
Employee Type:Temporary-Intermittent
Pay Grade:H7 Apply Now