Organ Donation Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Organization Overview:

Our organization is dedicated to transforming lives and inspiring all to donate life. We are a family of professionals working together to increase awareness around the need for organ and tissue donors alongside nurturing and guiding our families throughout the gift of life. We facilitate the recovery of organs, tissues, and corneas in Iowa. We honor donors and support donor families at the time of donation and on a continuing basis. 

 

We believe in going above and beyond to support donor families during and after the donation process. Our core values are what guide us, allow us to excel at serving our community, and keep our culture at Iowa Donor Network alive:

Serve with Heart : We meet our donor families where they are. We are dedicated to providing compassionate service to all.

Drive and Embrace the Future : WE are proactive in our pursuit of excellence and work together to continuously evolve with adaptability

Be Clear, Bold, and Respectful : We are genuine and courageous in our communication. If we see an opportunity for improvement, we shy something to make it better.

Always Own It : we are resilient and passionately pursue our mission. We are personally accountable for taking initiative and delivering on commitments.

 

Have you been searching for an opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself, make a tremendous contribution to your community, and pursue a mission to save lives daily? If so, Iowa Donor Network could be just the organization you have been looking for. 

 

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Liberal Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Vision, Dental, and Pet Insurance
• 401K Match
• Student Loan & College Savings Match
• Tuition Reimbursement for Continuing Education
• On-site, Hybrid, and Remote work opportunities based on role requirements

 

Job Title : Organ Donation Coordinator

Location : 2 Openings - Altoona, Iowa and North Liberty, Iowa

Exemption Status : Salaried, Exempt

Schedule: 10 shifts every 4 weeks.  Shifts will be a combination of both 12 and 24 hour shifts, on both days and nights, plus required holidays and weekends

Hour s: 8am-8am, 8am-8pm, and 8pm-8am

Salary: $80,500 - $100,600

*Iowa Donor Network determines final compensation based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the position.

 

 

Job Title:

Organ Donation Coordinator

Work System:

Maximize the Gift

Department/Group:

Organ Maximization

Reports To:

Manager of Maximize the Gift

Location: 

Altoona, Iowa/North Liberty, Iowa

Position Type:

Full-time

Exemption Status:

Exempt

OSHA Category:

I

IDN Culture Statement:

Our organization is dedicated to transforming lives and inspiring all to donate life. We are a family of professionals working together to increase awareness around the need for organ and tissue donors alongside nurturing and guiding our families throughout the gift of life. We facilitate the recovery of organs, tissues, and corneas in Iowa. We honor donors and support donor families at the time of donation and on a continuing basis. 

Position Summary: 

The Organ Donation Coordinator is responsible for maximizing donation and transplantation opportunities in compliance with industry standards. The coordinator evaluates and coordinates the medical management of the organ donor to maximize organ function. The Organ Donation coordinator also works with a team to facilitate allocation of organs and coordinate the organ recovery process. 

Essential Functions and Performance Responsibilities:

• Gather and accurately assess patient medical records and Donor Risk Assessment Interview (DRAI) to evaluate suitability for organ donation.
• Recognize and treat pathophysiological effects of brain death.
• Work with multidisciplinary hospital teams to assess, treat and care for critically ill patients in the ICU
• Medically manage organ donors to maximize the gift of donation.
• Obtain specimens and coordinate serological and histocompatibility testing.
• Complete post donor chart submission for quality assurance per defined timelines.
• Collaborate with Family Services and Hospital Services to increase donation.
• Collaborate closely with Iowa Donor Network clinical team members, donor hospital staff and physicians, transplant center representatives, and other essential stakeholders and partners.
• Participate in departmental meetings, educational activities, quality assurance initiatives, and required training as assigned.  

Position Qualifications and Education Requirements: 

• Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Paramedic/EMT, or prior experience working as a clinical coordinator in another OPO.
• Prior experience and current knowledge of medical/surgical critical care, trauma, or emergency care in the hospital setting required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an ACLS, PALS, and BLS certification.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance.
• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher, preferred.
• CPTC certification, preferred.