Clinical Transplant Coordinator II

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA is seeking a casual Clinical Transplant Coordinator II to join the team. Prior clinical transplant coordination experience is highly preferred, with a focus on coordinating referrals, evaluating eligibility, and supporting patients throughout the transplant journey.

The role requires collaboration with the transplant/VAD team, physicians, and regulators to ensure quality care outcomes and adherence to UNOS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Clinical transplant coordination experience is highly preferred.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transplant/VAD referrals and evaluate candidate eligibility.
• Advocate for patients and families throughout the transplant journey.
• Ensure compliance with UNOS regulations and maintain listing status.
• Build relationships with referring physicians and care teams.
• Provide education and outreach on transplant/VAD services.
• Mentor staff and participate in staff development.
• Develop patient education plans and coordinate ongoing assessments.
• Assist with peri-operative care coordination and post-transplant follow-up.

Skills

Transplant coordination

Job description

UPMC Hamot is hiring a casual Clinical Transplant Coordinator ll to join the team!

Previous experience in clinical transplant coordination is highly preferred.

Purpose: The Clinical Transplant/VAD Nurse Coordinator II has the authority, responsibility, and accountability for the delivery of transplant/VAD nursing care through the use of the transplant/VAD nursing process. The Clinical Transplant Coordinator II, in collaboration with the Supervisor, Clinical Transplant/VAD Coordinators, transplant/VAD team and other health care professionals, applies competent clinical knowledge and skills to achieve quality care outcomes. The Clinical Transplant/VAD Coordinator II must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care that is relevant to patients under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and development over the life span. The Clinical Transplant/VAD Coordinator II also must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate transplant/VAD referrals, evaluate candidate eligibility, identify contraindications, and manage the multidisciplinary evaluation process.
• Advocate for patients and families by addressing educational, developmental, cultural, and support needs throughout the transplant journey.
• Ensure compliance with UNOS regulations, maintain listing status, and submit required data to regulatory agencies.
• Build and maintain relationships with referring physicians and healthcare providers to support patient care and strengthen referral networks.
• Provide education and outreach to patients, families, healthcare professionals, and community organizations regarding transplant/VAD services.
• Maintain ABTC certification, stay current on transplant/VAD research and best practices, and participate in professional organizations and conferences.
• Mentor and train staff, support clinical research initiatives, and serve as a resource for colleagues and interdisciplinary teams.
• Participate in leadership activities including hiring, orientation, staff development, committee involvement, and clinic oversight.
• Develop and implement patient education plans, coordinate ongoing assessments, and maintain comprehensive documentation before transplant/VAD procedures.
• Facilitate transplant/VAD admissions, review recipient eligibility, coordinate with organ procurement agencies, and support peri-operative care.
• Monitor inpatient recovery, educate recipients and families, collaborate on care plans, and communicate patient status to providers and payors.
• Manage post-transplant/VAD outpatient care by monitoring organ function, coordinating follow-up services, adjusting therapies as ordered, and supporting long-term treatment adherence.
• Identify and address complications, ensure continuity of care, reinforce wellness and follow-up requirements, and manage complex patient cases.
• Demonstrate continuous professional growth through feedback, self-development, project participation, problem-solving, and on-call responsibilities.