Organ Procurement Coordinator -Transplant/Liver, Full-Time, Rotating,

UChicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, in a patient-focused and engaging role as an Organ Procurement Coordinator with our Hyde Park Transplant Program. The Organ Procurement Coordinator participates in organ procurement proceedings and preservation system supporting the section of Transplant and working with other organ procurement organizations in identification and referral of donors and organs while recognizing, diagnosing and consistently recommending improvement for the in-hospital standard donation protocol. The position will support our Heart and Liver transplant. UChicago Medicine has been at the forefront of medicine since 1899, providing superior healthcare with compassion, and is committed to advancing medical innovation, serving the health needs of the community, and moving collective knowledge forward.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of two years, demonstrated competence as an organ procurement coordinator.
Requires a minimum of one year, demonstrated competence with organ procurement proceedings and previous experience in procurement /preservation of organs / tissue for transplant.
Requires competence using computers and computer software esp. UNOS or other donor data organ procurement tracking systems.
Requires demonstrated effective communication skills.
Requires ability to function well and often – under pressure and in circumstances, and strategies as a member of multidisciplinary donation teams.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or equivalent certification (i.e., paramedic, surgical certification) preferred

Responsibilities

Provides call coverage to attend to organ procurements
Receives, evaluates, and records calls / donor information from organ procurement agencies, potential organ or tissue donors.
Serves as liaison between attending physician, surgeons, team and OPO, donor coordinator, and accurately communicates pertinent information.
Secures transportation for the procurement team.
Coordinates all aspects of the donor operation, which includes operating room and preservation of the cadaveric organ being harvested.
Monitors preservation systems
Coordinates and communicates with all members of the transplant team
Travel with and assist in during organ and tissue removal / procurement, preservation and preparation of organs for transplant /implantation.
When not on a procurement trip, the incumbent will participate in transplant clinics, patient rounds, patient meetings, and support groups.
Orders, maintains and ensures necessary supplies are available at all times.
Retains donor documentation and participates in clinical research studies.
Maintains and updates the appropriate United Network for Organ Sharing candidate lists.
Performs other duties as requested by senior management.