In-house Recovery Coordinator - UTMC Knoxville

DCI Donor Services, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (up to 176 hours)

Sick time (up to 72 hours)

Medical plans: PPO/HDHP

Dental & Vision

403(b) with matching

Life insurance & AD&D

Wellness program

Disability insurance

Discounts on home/auto insurance

Cell phone stipend

Meal per diems on cases

Job summary

Tennessee Donor Services is recruiting an In-house Recovery Coordinator to join UTMC Knoxville as the onsite coordinator for organ donation. The role leverages a critical care nursing background to oversee donor assessment and coordination with transplant teams at UTMC.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a critical care setting, an RN license, and a valid driver’s license. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and a mission-driven work environment.

Qualifications

• Two plus years prior experience in a critical care setting.
• Registered Nursing (RN) License required.
• Valid Driver’s License with ability to pass MVR.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records with clinical staff.
• Coordinates organ placement and allocation with transplant programs and surgeons.
• Assists in surgical recovery of organs and peri-operative logistics.
• Supports donor families and conducts medical/social history interviews.
• Partners with hospital leadership to improve donation metrics and policy.
• Develops hospital education programs and status reports.

Skills

Critical care experience

Independent judgement

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

RN License

Job description

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In-house Recovery Coordinator - UTMC Knoxville

Regular Full-Time Professional Recruiting - Knoxville, Knoxville, TN, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 2688

Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at TDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! We want people to join our team in the role of Inhouse Recovery Coordinator with previous experience as a registered nurse (RN) in an ICU or critical care setting. This position will be the onsite Organ Recovery Coordinator at The University of Tennessee Medical Center (UTMC) to facilitate all aspects of making organ donation happen.

What is an Organ Recovery Coordinator?

Using their nursing background, Organ Recovery Coordinators (ORCs) oversee the process of procuring the gift of organ donation. In collaboration with the clinical team, ORCs assess the compatibility of organs for recipients, and expedite the surgical and technical processes to package and transfer the organs for transplant quickly and safely. They work alongside hospital personnel and surgeons to facilitate the lifesaving gift of organ transplantation.

If you want to utilize your critical care skills with a higher level of autonomy and provide a lifeline to those waiting for an organ transplant, this is the job for you!

COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION

Tennessee Donor Services is a designated organ procurement organization (OPO) within the state of Tennessee – and is a member of the DCI Donor Services family.

For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: Sierra Donor Services and Tennessee Donor Services with operations in the states of California, New Mexico, and Tennessee. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.

Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. With the help of our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

Key responsibilities this position will perform include:

• Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consultation with medical staff.
• Coordinates organ placement and allocation with transplant programs and surgeons.
• Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery of organs and peri-operative management – including logistics such as arranging transportation, ensuring surgical packaging, and preparing lab specimens for shipment.
• Provides support to donor families and conducts medial/social history interviews.
• Partners with hospital leadership to improve donation metrics, protocols, and policy. Participates in committees to influence donation opportunities.
• Develops and presents hospital educational programs and status reports based upon strategic goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Two plus years prior experience in a critical care setting.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and multitask.
• Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.
• Registered Nursing (RN) License
• Valid Driver’s License with the ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements
• The ability to creatively approach marketing and outreach.

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Up to 176 hours of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon
• Cell phone stipend
• Meal Per Diems when actively on cases

**New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination.**

You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 48 hours from submission of your application to be considered for the position.

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.