Life at Kensington Health
At Kensington Health, we are proud to have built a community where people can bring their full selves to work. As a not-for-profit, we believe in the work we do every day. It's what motivates us, inspires, and propels our bold vision forward: a better life for everyone.
Diversity is at the heart of who we are and at Kensington, we celebrate our differences, knowing that creating safe, inclusive, and equitable spaces in healthcare strengthens our bold vision: building a better life for everyone. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts are guided by our DEI Strategy as we continuously strive to offer equal opportunities for all.
Our people are what make Kensington Health such a special place to work, learn, and grow and delivering exceptional health care to our community – and beyond – is what keeps people here for years. Interested in reimagining community-delivered care with us? Check out our open roles!
The incumbent performs eye banking duties complying with current regulatory requirements and standards as set out by Health Canada and the Eye Bank Association of America (EBAA).
This role is primarily responsible for the receipt, documentation, and processing of ocular tissue for transplant, research or teaching in compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements. This position also provides basic administrative and clinical support including but not limited to data entry, filing, routine cleaning and quality control activities, tissue disposal and handling of blood samples for testing.
Safety Responsibilities :
Responsible for working safely in compliance with accepted safe work practices, procedures and legislated health and safety standards. Employees must: use and wear the equipment, protective devices and personal protective equipment as required; report hazards, accidents, and the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device; attend all required health and safety training; and follow all established safe work procedures.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Organized, detail oriented, meticulous, diligent, and ability follow established guidelines, policies and procedures.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
Working experience in a health sciences environment, specifically in organ and tissue donation, tissue recovery and processing, or clinical laboratory medical setting is preferred.
Required Professional Designation/Certificate:
