Organ Surgical Recovery Coordinator (Looking for Paramedic, EMT or Medical Surgical Assistants)

New England Donor Services • Waltham, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Organ Surgical Recovery Coordinator is present in the operating room to assist surgeons during organ recovery and facilitate organ preservation, including the use of mechanical perfusion devices. The coordinator independently recovers corneas and heart valves for transplant from deceased donors. The role also involves arranging recovery logistics, organizing team transportation, and communicating with NEDS and hospital staff. The position supports New England Donor Services’ mission to save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation. It requires travel to NEDS headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts, and hospitals throughout New England, and the employee must live within a 60-minute commute of Waltham.

This is a full-time position with 24-hour on-call shifts, beginning at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 8:00 a.m. During each six-week period, the coordinator is on call for 28 days, including 20 weekdays and eight weekend days. Overnight, holiday, and weekend work should be expected. NEDS is interviewing and hiring for upcoming Summer 2026 new-hire orientation classes.

Requirements

• Associate degree or at least two years of professional experience.
• Medical terminology and clinical experience in a medical or healthcare field.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook, and ability to learn internal NEDS systems.
• Ability to work long hours, including overnight, holiday, and weekend shifts.
• Must live within a 60-minute commute of Waltham, Massachusetts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort traveling on a small aircraft.
• Ability to travel to Waltham headquarters and hospitals throughout New England.
• Annual influenza vaccination is required for employees working in a clinical or healthcare environment outside NEDS facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Aseptic technique experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons in the operating room during organ recovery.
• Facilitate organ preservation, including the use of mechanical perfusion devices.
• Independently recover corneas and heart valves for transplant from deceased donors.
• Arrange logistics for organ recovery, including organizing team transportation.
• Communicate with NEDS and hospital staff.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off program.
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health insurance coverage.
• Life insurance equal to twice annual salary.
• Fertility benefits.
• Inclusive healthcare programs.
• Flexible spending account options.
• 403(b) retirement plan with organizational contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet insurance.
• Working Advantage discounts.
• Personal career and skill development opportunities.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Healthcare reimbursement account.
• Corporate-sponsored events, community volunteering opportunities, and organization-wide team-building outings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree