Organ Recovery Coordinator I: Donor Care & Recovery

LOPA; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LOPA is seeking an Organ Recovery Coordinator I to manage the organ donation process from referrals through donor care. The role requires close collaboration with hospital staff, transplant centers, and the donor family to maximize organ function and ensure compliant, compassionate care.

Ideal candidates have nursing or allied healthcare experience with a solid understanding of donor protocols, documentation, and post-recovery communication.

Qualifications

• RN with one year experience in critical care, emergency medicine, or surgical setting.
• Physician’s Assistant with one year experience in critical care or emergency care setting.
• LPN, Paramedic, or Respiratory Therapist with relevant critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate organ donation process across referring hospitals and donor service area.
• Maintain communication between internal and external team members to support donor opportunities.
• Provide medical management of deceased organ donors per established protocols.
• Understand surgical recovery processes, organ anatomy, and abnormalities.
• Package and label organs and tissues for transplantation and research.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Medical management

Surgical recovery knowledge

Documentation

Team collaboration

Discretion & sensitivity

Education

Registered Nurse

Physician’s Assistant

Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Paramedic

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

LOPA is seeking an Organ Recovery Coordinator I to manage the organ donation process from referrals through donor care. The role requires close collaboration with hospital staff, transplant centers, and the donor family to maximize organ function and ensure compliant, compassionate care.

Ideal candidates have nursing or allied healthcare experience with a solid understanding of donor protocols, documentation, and post-recovery communication.