Organ Allocation Coordinator

Overview Summary Coordinates the allocation of organs from deceased donors via the national organ allocation system; assists in the machine perfusion of deceased donor kidneys. Compensation range for this position is $30.29 - $33.65 per hour plus applicable night shift differential. Benefits In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employees Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan 403(b) retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement up to the IRS-allowed maximum Personalized learning and educational development opportunities Monthly cell phone and internet stipends Paid Parental Leave Annual Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts to support wellness needs Support and counseling for personal, work financial or family needs through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our partnership with Critical Incident Stress Consultants (CISC) Responsibilities Essential Functions: The following essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. Advance Gift of Hope's mission, vision and core values: providing compassionate service, contributing to outstanding teams and engaging as one of our passionate people committed to a positive culture that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. Adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position. Participate in 12-hour on-call rotation to coordinate organ allocation; assist in hypothermic machine perfusion of deceased donor kidneys Communicate with transplant centers to allocate organs in accordance with OPTN/UNOS policy; document the disposition of these organs Use DonorNet to disseminate donor information and organ offer notification; accurately document allocation efforts in the Gift of Hope EMR Identify, document and communicate required clinical information to associated Gift of Hope staff, transplant center staff and administrators Assist Perfusion Coordinator performing renal dissection / cannulation with non-sterile tasks while in the Perfusion Lab Participate in departmental quality assurance initiatives, meetings, educational activities and required training as assigned Participate in training and mentoring new staff as assigned Other duties as assigned Education and Training Required Degree or certification in one of the health sciences with a minimum of 2 years' experience as an RN, EMT/Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist or Certified Surgical Technologist or equivalent work experience Other candidates may be considered on an individual basis at the discretion of management, dependent on aligned job experience Experience and Skills Required Experience with interpretation of lab values, diagnostic testing and medical terminology Experience working with and understanding sterile technique Basic computer skills Physical Demands Visual acuity to read and monitor equipment Ability to lift 50 lbs. of equipment from ground level to table-top level Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop and kneel to perform job functions Ability to hear and speak to convey information to co-workers and hospital staff Ability to learn and use technology such as computers, mobile devices and medical equipment and related software for communication, documentation, and clinical purposes Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that will be encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of the job. Normal office environment Remote office environment In-house perfusion laboratory 12-hour shifts including day shifts, night shifts, weekends, holidays as assigned, and shifts extending beyond 12 hours when responsibilities warrant 12-hour on-call schedule a minimum of 14 days per month, which includes 2 weekends per month and rotating holidays Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours Access to reliable transportation for work Carry a personal cell phone to be accessible outside regular business hours Equal Employment Opportunity Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, family medical history or genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on an individual's job-related qualifications and abilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gift of Hope NA