General Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, Donor Services - Organ, or appropriate designee, and in accordance with established procedures, the Organ Placement Coordinator 1 receives, evaluates, and coordinates organ import offers for local transplant centers. The Organ Placement Coordinator 1 is responsible for the organ placement for transplant and research, coordination of transportation, and communication to transplant center staff for all local and import organ donors. Frequent communication with transplant surgeons and transplant coordinators.
Position requires 3 (12 hour) shifts per week, and a minimum of 2 on-call shifts per month. Shifts are 0700-1900 or 1900-0700, must be able to work overnight, weekends and holidays. Must be flexible. Remote work potential.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing, EMS, healthcare studies, or biology. 4+ years of relevant experience in medical field or health sciences (EMT, Paramedic, LPN, EMS dispatcher) and/or equivalent work experience may be substituted for education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology and human anatomy.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Experience multi-tasking in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Effective problem solving, conflict management and creative thinking skills.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Works in conjunction with appropriate Infinite Legacy staff during local organ cases. Collaborates closely with clinical personnel during donor management to facilitate organ allocation, arrange transportation of specimens and recovery teams, and acts as point of communication throughout donation process for transplant centers.
- Provides effective communication regarding appropriate medical information related to local and import donor organ function to transplant centers.
- Arranges ground and air transportation for recovering surgical teams, perfusionists, and other team members for local donors and import organ offers.
- Adheres to Organ Procurement and Transplant Network (OPTN)/United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) policies for organ allocation.
- Facilitates import organ offers with on call surgeons and coordinators. Responsible for communication and logistical coordination of potential and accepted import organ donor cases.
- Communicates directly with the on-call surgeon(s), on-call transplant coordinator(s), and tissue typing lab(s) during local and import organ cases to relay pertinent donor information, organ function and visualization and arranges transportation of specimens and organs. Reports and provides required documentation and follow-up information to appropriate parties.
- Responsible for research allocation. Coordinates with research partners and recovery teams.
Join Our Team & Enjoy Great Benefits!
At Infinite Legacy, we care about our employees' well-being, both at work and in life. That's why we offer an excellent benefits package designed to support you and your family.
Our Benefits Include:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for you and your loved ones.
- Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to relax and recharge.
- 401K: Plan for your future with employer contributions.
- Life & Disability Insurance: Peace of mind, no matter what happens.
- Pet Insurance Discounts: Because your furry friends matter too!
- Tuition Reimbursement: We support your growth and development with education assistance.
Join our team today and experience a workplace that truly values you!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, EMS, healthcare studies, or biology
- At least 4 years of relevant medical or health sciences experience, such as EMT, paramedic, LPN, or EMS dispatcher; equivalent experience may substitute
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology and human anatomy
- Experience multitasking in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Effective problem-solving, conflict-management, and creative-thinking skills
- Ability to work overnight, weekends, holidays, rotating 12-hour shifts, and on-call shifts
What We Do
Infinite Legacy is a nonprofit organ procurement organization serving almost 10 million people in Maryland and the Metro DC area. Infinite legacy facilitates organ, eye and tissue donation and educates our communities about the critical importance of registering to be a donor. A career at Infinite Legacy provides you with the distinct privilege to save and heal lives while on the job. If you’re interested in joining our dedicated team, visit infinitelegacy.org.
