Organ Preservationist - Transplant Organ Perfusion

Tampa General Hospital, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Organ Preservationist to support the perfusion team in the operating suites. You will operate Lifeport Kidney Pump and OrganOx Liver devices, assemble supplies, and assist surgeons during complex transplant procedures.

The role requires CST or Surgical Assistant certification, plus CTP from ABTC, and 2–3 years of related experience. Eligible candidates will join a full-time, on-site schedule at the TGH Main Campus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or Surgical Assistant program.
• Current CST or Surgical Assistant certification required.
• CTP certification from the ABTC required.
• 2–3 years of surgical assistant or surgical tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procedures requiring Lifeport Kidney Pump, OrganOx Liver perfusion device, and related surgeries.
• Assemble, care for, and stock perfusion supplies, instruments and equipment in the surgical suites.
• Clean and maintain perfusion equipment; assist team leader with ordering and stocking supplies.
• Administer medications under physician direction.
• Perform duties in line with Tampa General Hospital mission, vision, and values.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or Surgical Assistant program

CST or Surgical Assistant certification

CTP certification from ABTC

Job description

Job Description

Organ Preservationist - Transplant Organ Perfusion - (260004I1)

Description

Under general supervision of the Organ Perfusion Manager, following policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, assists with all procedures requiring the use of Lifeport Kidney Pump, OrganOx Liver perfusion device, and other related surgical procedures. Provides, assembles, and cares for all perfusion supplies, instruments, and equipment before, during and after procedures, cleans and maintains all perfusion equipment, and assists perfusion team leader with ordering and stocking all perfusion supplies and equipment in the surgical suites. Administers medication under the direction of the physician. Responsible for performing Job duties in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or Surgical Assistant program.
• Current CST or Surgical Assistant certification required.
• CTP certification from the ABTC Required.
• 2-3 years of surgical assistant or surgical tech experience preferred.

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday