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Organ Recovery Specialist - Transplant Center

RemoteRemoteFull TimePosted 5 days agoVisa sponsorship availableHidden Gem · Himalayas

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Required skills

  • Organ Recovery Specialist
  • Transplant Center
  • OPTN Contractor
  • Organ Procurement Organization
  • Operating Room
  • Biological Sciences

Nice to have

  • Transplant
  • Pre-Transplant Coordinator
  • Deceased Donor Organs

Role summary

The Organ Recovery Specialist - Transplant Center at The Ohio State University assists with coordinating the organ transplant process. This role is primarily responsible for receiving and screening organ offers from the OPTN Contractor, providing on-call assistance, and communicating with the Organ Procurement Organization (OPO), physicians, and transplant coordinators. The specialist also aids in coordinating recipient OR logistics, securing transportation for the procurement team, and managing aspects of the donor operation, including travel and organ perfusion. A Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent experience is required.

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Job Title:

Organ Recovery Specialist - Transplant Center

Department:

University Hospital | Transplant Center

Scope of Position

This position assists with coordinating the organ transplant process from time of organ offer to time of transplant.

Position Summary

Primarily responsible for receiving and screening all organ offers from the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) Contractor, and assisting the team with primary offers. Provides continuous on-call assistance for the transplant center for organ procurement. Receives and records potential donor organ information from the OPTN Contractor and communicates as needed with the host Organ Procurement Organization (OPO). Assists with contacting attending physicians, or fellows, and accurately communicates pertinent information. Aides with contacting the Pre-Transplant Coordinator on call to contact the potential recipient(s). Assists with contacting the Operating Room (OR), Control desk, surgeons, fellows and other staff to coordinate the recipient OR logistics. Supports Organ Recovery Specialist 2-3 with mobilizing and securing appropriate transportation for the procurement team. Aides with coordinating aspects of the donor operation, including travel to, and perfusion of, the deceased donor organs being recovered. Communicates with all members of the team to ensure a smooth recipient operation. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information:

Location:

Remote Location

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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