Organ Preservationist - Transplant Organ Perfusion

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

91d

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Organ Perfusion Manager, following policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, assists with all procedures requiring the use of Lifeport Kidney Pump, OrganOx Liver perfusion device, and other related surgical procedures. Provides, assembles, and cares for all perfusion supplies, instruments, and equipment before, during and after procedures, cleans and maintains all perfusion equipment, and assists perfusion team leader with ordering and stocking all perfusion supplies and equipment in the surgical suites. Administers medication under the direction of the physician. Responsible for performing Job duties in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or Surgical Assistant program.
• Current CST or Surgical Assistant certification required.
• CTP certification from the ABTC required.
• 2-3 years of surgical assistant or surgical tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all procedures requiring the use of Lifeport Kidney Pump and OrganOx Liver perfusion device.
• Provide, assemble, and care for all perfusion supplies, instruments, and equipment before, during, and after procedures.
• Clean and maintain all perfusion equipment.
• Assist perfusion team leader with ordering and stocking all perfusion supplies and equipment in the surgical suites.
• Administer medication under the direction of the physician.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree