Organ Preservationist

University of Rochester•Town of Brighton, NY

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About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. GENERAL PURPOSE Responds to potential organ donor referrals at area hospitals, evaluates potential organ donors, assists with the recovery of organs for transplant in the Operating Room and is responsible for labeling and packaging organs according to OPTN policy. Takes initial referral information and taking organ offers from other OPO's for patients listed on the local transplant lists. May travel on small aircraft with surgical teams to assist with the coordination and recovery of organs for local patients.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience as an Allied Healthcare Provider (RN, LPN, Paramedic, EMT, Surgical Tech and/or previous eye and tissue recovery) required
Availability for on call 15 days per month, including 2 on call weekends required
Certified Transplant Preservationist (CTP) conducted by American Board for Transplant Certification (ATBC) within 2 years required

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or professional certification/license and experience in operating rooms preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Prepares the Operating Room staff for the recovery procedure, facilitates the arrival of the visiting surgeons and obtains temporary privileges, supplies and equipment needed for surgery.
Monitors surgical recovery in the operating room.
Coordinates and communicates with transplant surgeons on all imported organs and arrange transportation for incoming organs.
Participates in the recovery of local imported accepted organs as needed, including flying out with the transplant team and coordinating and working with surgeons and other OPO’s when preservation machines are utilized.
Answers calls to screen and respond to organ donor referrals.
Travels to donor hospitals to assess and evaluate potential organ donors.
Determines medical suitability for organ and/or tissue donation through laboratory studies, medical record review and physical assessment.
Attends clinical meetings and joint staff meetings as scheduled.
Completes special projects and general administration.
Completes authorization forms, obtains a Donor Risk Assessment Interview (DRAI) once willingness to donate is identified and sends off blood for testing.
Coordinates and communicates with all ancillary services related to recovery activity, such as medical examiner/coroners and/or pathologists as appropriate.
Completes all FLDRN paperwork and all information in iTransplant associated with local donor referrals, organ donors, organ import offers and imported organs accurately and in a timely manner.
Resolves documentation issues as identified by quality assurance deportment for post donor follow up.
Other duties as assigned.