Organ Recovery Coordinator – Tri Cities

Tennessee Donor Services; Gray (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO up to 184 hours first year

Sick time up to 72 hours first year

Medical plans (PPO/HDHP)

Dental and Vision Insurance

403(b) with matching

Life insurance and AD&D

Long-term disability

Wellness program

Supplemental insurance options

Insurance discounts (home/auto/pet)

Cell phone stipend

Meal per diems on active cases

Job summary

Tennessee Donor Services is seeking an Organ Recovery Coordinator to oversee the donation process from evaluation to organ recovery. You will work with the clinical team to assess organ compatibility for recipients and coordinate rapid surgical and logistical steps to ensure safe transplant delivery.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in a critical care setting, RN licensure, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 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 required.
• Valid Driver’s License with the ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements.
• Ability to creatively approach marketing and outreach.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consulting 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 transport, packaging, and lab specimen preparation.
• Provides support to donor families and conducts medical/social history interviews.
• Updates donor information into electronic medical record.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN License

Critical Care Experience

Independent Judgement

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Conflict Management

Marketing & Outreach

Valid Driver's License

MVR Authorization

Job description

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.

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 includes:

1. Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consultation with medical staff.
2. Coordinates organ placement and allocation with transplant programs and surgeons.
3. 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.
4. Provides support to donor families and conducts medial/social history interviews.
5. Updates donor information into electronic medical record.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Call Requirement:

You will be required to take a minimum of (14) 12-hour call shifts every 4 weeks with day and night shifts alternating monthly.

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 184 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
• Monthly 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.

As a condition of employment, you must be able to obtain Hospital Badge and EMR Access from all of the DCI Donor Services Hospital partners.