Organ Utilization Manager — Life-Saving Operations

LifeGift; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeGift in Houston, TX is seeking a Manager of Organ Utilization to lead organ allocation and utilization, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards. You will supervise Organ Placement Specialists, coordinate with transplant partners, and drive continuous improvement in organ donation outcomes.

The role focuses on team leadership, staff development, and collaboration with clinical operations to optimize performance metrics while upholding LifeGift’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological science or related field.
• Three years’ organ operations experience, preferably in organ procurement and/or transplantation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee organ allocation and utilization processes, ensuring compliance with LifeGift and OPTN policies.
• Manage staffing, triage for organ referrals and import offers, and supervise transportation logistics for recovered organs.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with transplant partners to optimize performance metrics.
• Supervise and participate in training and orientation of Organ Placement Specialists, providing feedback and mentoring.
• Participate in operational meetings, facilitating communication between leadership and clinical staff.
• Ensure regulatory and quality compliance through education and adherence to organ donation standards.
• Promote a culture of integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Integrity

Emotional intelligence

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science or related field

Job description

LifeGift in Houston, TX is seeking a Manager of Organ Utilization to lead organ allocation and utilization, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards. You will supervise Organ Placement Specialists, coordinate with transplant partners, and drive continuous improvement in organ donation outcomes.

The role focuses on team leadership, staff development, and collaboration with clinical operations to optimize performance metrics while upholding LifeGift’s mission and values.