Organ Preservation Specialist | Perfusion | Variable

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Level 1 trauma hospital features

Tuition reimbursement

Accrued PTO and holidays

Annual salary reviews

Wellness programs

Competitive healthcare/retirement

Descripción de la vacante

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks an Organ Preservation Specialist to support perfusionists during cardiac and transplant procedures. You will operate organ preservation equipment, assist with organ benching, and manage documentation and scheduling.

The role requires at least an associate degree or related certification, with a minimum of two years healthcare experience and active licensure or ABTC-related credentials. On-call coverage is required, with variable shifts.

Formación

• Minimum 2 years progressive healthcare experience or hospital-based procedural areas.
• Education: Associates degree or certified surg tech/paramedic/LPN/ABTC certification.
• CTP certification within 12 months of hire; BLS within 6 months of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Operate equipment for organ recovery and preservation.
• Assist with organ benching and documentation of procedures.
• Provide patient transport and inventory management, monitor biologic implants.
• Ensure sterilization and cleaning of equipment; manage scheduling and paperwork.

Conocimientos

Healthcare experience

Clinical terminology

Organ transplant knowledge

On-call readiness

ECMO equipment handling

Sterilization procedures

Educación

Associates degree or cert (surg tech/paramedic/LPN/ABTC)

Herramientas

ECMO equipment handling

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Take the next step in your career Organ Preservation Specialist at UF Health located in the heart of Gainesville, Florida. Our thriving community is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, innovation, cultural energy, and recreation. UF Health is consistently ranked among the nation's best hospitals and we are committed to excellence in healthcare. Our patients and our people are at the center of everything we do. Make your next career destination at UF Health.

UF Health Experience & Rewards:

• Level 1 trauma and teaching hospital
• FACT accredited NCI-designated cancer institute
• Bone Marrow and Solid Organ Transplant Center
• Accrued PTO and holidays
• Annual salary reviews
• PSLF-eligible employer
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive healthcare/retirement plans
• Wellness programs

Responsibilities

In this role the Organ Preservation Specialist supports perfusionists, who operate heart-lung machines during cardiac and transplant procedures, as well as organ transports and preservation. Duties include operating equipment for organ recovery and preservation, assisting with organ benching, documenting procedures, patient transport, inventory management, continued monitoring of biologic implants, and ensuring proper sterilization and cleaning of equipment. Additionally, they will provide administrative support such as scheduling appointments, managing paperwork, as well as summarizing quarterly quality metrics. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments are essential for this role. Duties may also include all aspects of monitoring and troubleshooting ECMO equipment during ECMO management; preparing equipment, and assisting with patient monitoring.

Schedule

FTE: 1.0

Shift Hours: Variable

Days of Week: Variable

Location: Gainesville, FL

Position requires on-call coverage

Qualifications

Education

Required: Associates degree or certified surg tech/paramedic/LPN/ABTC certification

Experience

Required: Minimum of 2 years progressive healthcare experience or hospital-based procedural areas. Licensed RN or RT, or Bachelor's degree in a health-related discipline may substitute for the required healthcare experience

Licensure/Certification

Required:

• Must achieve Certified Transplant Preservationist (CTP) certification through the American Board for Transplant certification (ABTC) within 12 months of hire.
• BLS certification achieved within 6 months of hire.