Organ Utilization Manager - Onsite, Life-Saving Impact

Bethyl Laboratories, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

LifeGift in Texas is seeking a Manager of Organ Utilization to lead organ allocation and utilization, ensure compliance with OPTN policies, and oversee transportation logistics for recovered organs. This onsite role reports to the Director of Organ Operations and Surgical Recovery.

You will supervise Organ Placement Specialists, drive quality improvement, build partnerships with transplant teams, and promote a culture of integrity and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological science or related field with biology/pre-med coursework or allied health work experience.
• Minimum of three years organ operations experience, preferably in organ procurement and/or transplantation.
• Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee organ allocation and utilization processes, ensuring compliance with LifeGift and OPTN policies.
• Manage staffing, triage processes 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 and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Supervise and participate in the training and orientation of Organ Placement Specialists, providing feedback and mentoring to enhance critical-thinking skills.
• Participate in operational meetings, facilitating effective communication between organizational leadership and clinical staff.
• Ensure regulatory and quality compliance through continuous education and adherence to organ donation standards and best practices.
• Promote a culture of integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement, aligning with LifeGift’s mission and values.

Skills

Leadership

Integrity

Emotional intelligence

Continuous improvement

Safety

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological science or related field

Job description

LifeGift in Texas is seeking a Manager of Organ Utilization to lead organ allocation and utilization, ensure compliance with OPTN policies, and oversee transportation logistics for recovered organs. This onsite role reports to the Director of Organ Operations and Surgical Recovery.

You will supervise Organ Placement Specialists, drive quality improvement, build partnerships with transplant teams, and promote a culture of integrity and safety.