Organ Recovery Coordinator - Cincinnati, OH

Network For Hope

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance discounts

Wellness programs like Calm

Education reimbursement

Flexible schedules

On-the-job training

Job summary

Network for Hope is seeking an Organ Recovery Coordinator (ORC) to manage the organ donation process from referral to recovery with compassion and clinical excellence. Travel and on-call responsibilities are considerable, and you will partner with hospital staff, ICU teams, and transplant centers to optimize donor care and organ allocation.

The role emphasizes meticulous documentation, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with families and medical professionals to save and enhance lives

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in health-related field preferred or Associate degree with four years' experience acceptable.
RN or other healthcare licensure preferred.
Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CTPC) required or must be obtained within one year of meeting CTPC minimum eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

Evaluate donors for suitability by reviewing medical histories, labs, and family dynamics.
Respond promptly to donor referrals and conduct medical evaluations.
Coordinate ICU/hospital staff in the organ/tissue donation process.
Oversee donor medical management to maintain hemodynamic stability and organ viability.
Coordinate organ recovery logistics, OR schedules, and transportation.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
Perform Surgical Preservation Coordinator duties as needed.
Coordinate organ import from external sources and communicate with funeral homes and coroner/medical examiner.

Skills

Clinical coordination

Donor evaluation

Family communication

Regulatory compliance

On-call readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health-related field

Associate degree + 4 years experience

RN or healthcare licensure

Tools

CTPC certification process

Job description

At Network for Hope (NFH), we believe in the power of life-saving connections. As an Organ Recovery Coordinator (ORC), you will play a pivotal role in managing the organ donation process from referral to recovery, ensuring that every donor is cared for with respect, compassion, and expertise. You will work closely with medical professionals, donor families, and transplant teams to bring hope and healing to those in need. This is a critical role that demands clinical excellence, emotional intelligence, and an unwavering commitment to our mission of saving and enhancing lives through organ, tissue and eye donation.

Considerable travel required

Considerable on-call responsibility

Key Responsibilities

Donor Referral & Evaluation

Collaborate with hospital staff and Network for Hope colleagues to evaluate potential organ donors for suitability, reviewing medical histories, lab data, and family dynamics.
Respond promptly to donor referrals and conduct thorough medical evaluations.
Coordinate healthcare personnel in the organ/tissue donation process.
Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, regulations, and standards.

Donor Management

Oversee the medical management of potential organ donors, maintaining hemodynamic stability and improving organ system viability.
Work closely with ICU and hospital staff to ensure effective donor care.

Family Support & Authorization

Provide compassionate support and information to donor families, discussing organ/tissue donation opportunities in the absence of family support staff.

Organ Allocation & Recovery

Organize and facilitate the organ recovery process, including coordinating operating room schedules and transportation logistics.
Assist surgical teams during organ recovery, ensuring proper preservation and transportation.
Work with transplant centers and the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) to allocate organs to suitable recipients.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate documentation of all activities related to the organ donation and recovery process.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational policies and standards.

Other Duties

Perform Surgical Preservation Coordinator duties as needed.
Coordinate the import of organs from external sources.
Maintain communication with funeral homes and the coroner/medical examiner throughout the donation process.
Participate in quality assurance, review initiatives, and staff education efforts.
Contribute to special projects and organizational workgroups.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in health-related field preferred. Associate degree with four years' experience acceptable. RN or other healthcare licensure preferred. Exceptional candidates with significant health-care experience may also apply.

Experience: 2 years of clinical healthcare-related experience required. 1 year of experience in critical care, emergency, donation or transplant settings preferred.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CTPC) required or must be obtained within one year of meeting CTPC minimum eligibility requirements.

Why Join Us?

At Network for Hope, we are driven by a common goal: to provide life-saving opportunities to those in need. As an Organ Recovery Coordinator, you will be at the forefront of this mission, making a direct and profound impact on the lives of individuals and families. Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and compassion.

About Us

Network for Hope is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving and enhancing lives through organ and tissue donation. We work tirelessly to provide exceptional care to our donor families, facilitate organ and tissue recovery, and educate the communities we serve. The dynamic field of organ and tissue donation offers exciting and rewarding employment opportunities for those looking to make a meaningful difference in others' lives.

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