Donor Assessment Coordinator

Transmedics; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Time Off

Wellness Resources

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

TransMedics is seeking a Donor Assessment Coordinator to screen donor offers, coordinate clinical evaluation, and communicate with transplant centers, OPOs, OR teams, and internal staff. You will ensure alignment with OPTN policies and maintain documentation in EMR and OPTN systems.

The role requires a strong clinical transplantation background, the ability to manage on-call duties across weekends and holidays, and collaboration with the Logistics and Clinical Leadership teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Health Science, Biological Science, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a Transplant Coordinator or similar role with strong clinical background.
• In-depth knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Advanced knowledge of OPTN policies and organ allocation processes.

Responsibilities

• Screen organ offers from the OPTN contractor per Transplant Center protocols and workflows.
• Coordinate donor assessment from clinical review through surgeon and recipient communication to transplantation.
• Communicate with Transplant Center teams, OPO staff, recipients, OR teams, and internal TransMedics teams.
• Complete accurate pre- and post-transplant documentation in the EMR and OPTN systems.
• Participate in a minimum of eight 24-hour on-call shifts per month, including holidays and weekends.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing/Health Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Job Description:POSITION SUMMARYTransMedics was founded to address the unmet need for more and better organs for transplantation. The Donor Assessment Coordinator is part of TransMedics' NOP program and plays a critical role in donor offer screening, clinical evaluation, communication, and coordination with TransMedics partners, resulting in better utilization of donor organs.RESPONSIBILITIESScreen organ offers from the OPTN contractor in accordance with Transplant Center protocols and workflows.Effectively communicate with Transplant Center teams, OPO staff, recipients, operating room (OR) teams, and internal TransMedics teams.Maintain knowledge of, understand, and adhere to OPTN policies.Ensure seamless coordination of donor assessment from clinical review through surgeon and recipient communication to transplantation.Collaborate with the TransMedics Logistics team.Consult with TransMedics Clinical Leadership as appropriate.Complete accurate pre- and post-transplant documentation in the Transplant Center EMR and OPTN systems.Participate in a minimum of eight 24-hour on-call shifts per month (including holidays and weekends), based on staffing and business needs.Schedule time off with appropriate advance notice in coordination with the manager.Demonstrate excellent customer service, multitasking, and communication skills.Participate in quality improvement initiatives and team projects as assigned.Attend team meetings outside of scheduled call hours as necessary.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has no direct reports.PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTESAbility to sit and/or stand for extended periods while working at a computer.Ability to maintain focus and effectively manage time in a high-pressure environment.Must be highly flexible and willing to work within a 24x7 operational environment, including an inconsistent schedule spanning all shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in nursing, Health Science, Biological Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum of three years of experience as a Transplant Coordinator, Organ Procurement Coordinator, or similar role with a strong clinical background in transplantation and in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSFive or more years of experience as a Transplant Coordinator, Organ Procurement Coordinator, or in a similar transplant-related clinical role.Experience working with multiple organ transplant programs or high-volume transplant centers.Advanced knowledge of OPTN policies, transplant operations, and organ allocation processes.Experience participating in quality improvement initiatives or process improvement within a transplant program.Ability to work effectively with all members of interdisciplinary transplant teams.Working knowledge of transplant logistics and vendor management.Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to remain calm and professional while working under pressure.Ability and confidence to make independent decisions regarding donor medical management, logistical arrangements, and organ allocation.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple dynamic priorities.Strong problem-solving skills.Experience with medical compliance and clinical data sharing.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic medical record systems.TransMedics is committed to equitable and transparent compensation. The expected base salary range for this role is $83,700 -$107,400 which represents the company’s current good-faith estimate of compensation for this position. Actual salary will depend on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific work location. This role may also be eligible for bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and wellness resources). We comply with all U.S. pay transparency laws and do not request or consider salary history.Employee Benefit:Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MADentalVisionHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountShort Term DisabilityLong Term Disability401K PlanPet insuranceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.