In-house Recovery Coordinator - UTMC Knoxville
About The Position
Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic In-house Recovery Coordinator to join their team and save lives. This position will be the onsite Organ Recovery Coordinator at The University of Tennessee Medical Center (UTMC) to facilitate all aspects of making organ donation happen. Using their nursing background, Organ Recovery Coordinators (ORCs) oversee the process of procuring the gift of organ donation. In collaboration with the clinical team, ORCs assess the compatibility of organs for recipients, and expedite the surgical and technical processes to package and transfer the organs for transplant quickly and safely. They work alongside hospital personnel and surgeons to facilitate the lifesaving gift of organ transplantation. This role offers critical care skills with a higher level of autonomy and provides a lifeline to those waiting for an organ transplant.
Requirements
- Two plus years prior experience in a critical care setting.
- Ability to exercise independent judgement and multitask.
- Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.
- Registered Nursing (RN) License
- Valid Driver’s License with the ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements
- The ability to creatively approach marketing and outreach.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consultation with medical staff.
- Coordinates organ placement and allocation with transplant programs and surgeons.
- Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery of organs and peri-operative management – including logistics such as arranging transportation, ensuring surgical packaging, and preparing lab specimens for shipment.
- Provides support to donor families and conducts medial/social history interviews.
- Partners with hospital leadership to improve donation metrics, protocols, and policy. Participates in committees to influence donation opportunities.
- Develops and presents hospital educational programs and status reports based upon strategic goals.
- Updates donor information into electronic medical record.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Up to 176 hours of PTO your first year
- Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
- Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 403(b) plan with matching contribution
- Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- Wellness Program
- Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
- Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
- Cell phone discounts through Verizon
- Cell phone stipend
- Meal Per Diems when actively on cases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
