Eligibility Specialist (Hybrid)
Company: VisionGift
Location: Portland
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Make a difference in the lives of others by helping
give the gift of sight!VisionGift is a non-profit organization
founded in 1975 by Lions Clubs of Oregon, which recognized the need
for an eye bank to provide ocular tissue for transplants, research
and medical education.Since its inception, over 65,000 people have
received the gift of sight from tissue procured and screened by
VisionGift, which works closely with transplant surgeons.
Additionally, ocular tissues have been utilized for valuable
research projects and surgical training.Please visit
www.visiongift.org for more information on our organization.SUMMARY
STATEMENT: The Eligibility Specialist (ES) is a Medical Director
Designee and, as such, is responsible for ensuring eye tissue meets
or exceeds all VisionGift, State, industry, Federal, and other
applicable guidelines. They are responsible for making final donor
eligibility determination, as well as tissue suitability
determination based on the 20 eligibility core indicators defined
in VG SOPs. The ES works closely with the VP of Donor Services to
complete projects and other assigned duties as needed. After the
initial training period, the position has flexibility for a hybrid
work from home and on site schedule.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / ASSIGNED
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :--- Compile and review elements of the
donor record including, but not limited to, the final medical
record. This includes confirming the paperwork for accuracy,
resolving eligibility-related discrepancies, and coordinating
needed corrections--- Consult with the Medical Director, infectious
disease experts, and other key parties as needed to resolve
concerns in the donor medical, social, and travel history.--- Take
periodic on-call shifts depending on schedule and needs of the
organization.--- Consult with other departments to make preliminary
eligibility determination when there are questions outside the
knowledge of the other department.--- Resolve post-recovery follow
up from partner organizations as well as evaluate miscellaneous
supplemental information, including final autopsy reports, as
necessary.--- Resolve departure from procedure findings in
coordination with other departments.--- Assist Quality Department
with various projects, such as records management, tissue audits,
and others as needed.--- Participate in corrective and preventive
action plans as appropriate.--- Complete corrections for audit
findings within specified timeframes.--- This position may be
required to work a share of holidays.--- Maintain a professional
demeanor and interact well with others.--- Other duties and
projects as needed and determined by Supervisor.In addition to the
hourly wage, VisionGift offers a generous benefit package
including, but not limited to:-- Shift differentials for nights &
weekends-- Medical, dental, and vision employee premiums paid in
full-- Employer-funded HRA-- $20,000 employer-paid life insurance
policy-- Employer-paid short-term disability-- Voluntary benefits--
Paid parental leave-- And more!Requirements:EDUCATION:Bachelor's
degree in science is recommended. Commensurate experience in a
related field may substitute for a degree.EXPERIENCE:--- Minimum
one year of experience eye banking, preferably performing donor
screening and interpreting donor screening and testing results---
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills---
Strong communication skills--- Reliable and timely decision
maker--- Positive attitude and willingness to work pro-actively and
with a team and cross-departmentally--- Basic knowledge of
Microsoft Office suiteNOTICE TO APPLICANTS:Studies have shown that
women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless
they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications listed in the job
post. We are more interested in finding the best candidate for the
job, and encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every
qualification listed. If you are unsure if you meet the
qualifications of this role please email hr@visiongift.org to
discuss your application.Please read this job description carefully
and ask for clarification if you have difficulty understanding the
functions of this job.Please describe any accommodations that you
need in order to perform this
job.PM19PI8526665b58c2-25660-34368247
Keywords: VisionGift, Beaverton , Eligibility Specialist (Hybrid), Other , Portland, Oregon
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