Organ Preservationist

SpecialtyCare Associate Referral Program•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide support for all abdominal and thoracic transplant service lines. Respond to potential organ donor referrals at various hospitals, assist and evaluate potential organ donors with the physician, participate with the surgical recovery of various solid organs and organ systems, and preserve for transplantation in the operating room.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Associate's degree or professional certification/license in related field.
Certified Transplant Preservationist (CTP) through American Board for Transplant Certification (ATBC) within two (2) years of employment is required.
One (1) to three (3) years’ experience in the tissue or organ recovery industry or two (2) years’ experience as an Allied Healthcare Provider (RN, LPN, Paramedic, EMT, Surgical Tech) required.
Two (2) or more years of operating room experience and solid understanding of sterile techniques utilized in an operating room setting.
Must provide proof of required immunizations or health testing.
Able to use a PC for billing, quality‑improvement entry, and inventory management.
Able to read and interpret safety manuals, operating instructions, maintenance guides, and procedure manuals.
Able to write clear, accurate reports and routine correspondence.
Able to communicate effectively with customers, staff, and organizational partners; must speak, read, and write English clearly.
Able to understand and follow written, verbal, and diagram‑based instructions.
Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems involving multiple variables in routine or emergency situations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn how to perform all essential duties and responsibilities.
Able to operate, or learn to operate, all equipment required for the role.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs), transplant centers, or tissue banks is preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Participate in the recovery of accepted organs by traveling to donor hospitals on scheduled workdays and on call shifts in a fixed-wing aircraft or medical transport via helicopter, ambulance, or other medical transport modes.
Determine medical suitability for organ and/or tissue donation through laboratory studies, medical record review and physical assessment.
Prepare and pack all required equipment, solutions, and medications for organ procurement, preservation, transplantation, or perfusion.
Assist staff to prepare the operating room for organ recovery and assist before, during, and after donor organ recovery and transplant procedures.
Perform aseptic organ preservation, including flushing, packaging, and labeling organs, vessels, and tissue‑typing materials in accordance with Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network (OPTN) policy.
Complete all required documentation for accepted donor organs accurately and in a timely manner according to customer, SpecialtyCare, and regional protocols.
Report equipment or personnel issues promptly and follow established procedures for documenting and communicating equipment concerns.
Clean and reset equipment after each case and ensure proper disposal of materials.
Collect and report quality indicator data and participate in continuous quality improvement efforts.
Monitor inventory levels, equipment condition, and supply needs; ensure supplies are stocked and available.
Assist physicians, perfusionists, and other clinical staff as requested.
Support additional surgical procedures outside core duties when appropriately trained.
Participate in hospital committees related to quality initiatives and present relevant data as required.
Collect and report quality indicator data and participate in continuous quality improvement efforts.
Support additional surgical procedures outside core duties when appropriately trained.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate the SpecialtyCare values of Integrity, Teamwork, Care, and Improvement.