Per Diem First Responder PR

LifeLink Foundation, Inc.; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid medical insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

LifeLink Foundation, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem First Responder to directly support our life-saving mission by evaluating hospital referrals for potential organ and tissue donation.

You will work on-site, building strong relationships with hospital staff and coordinating with Referral Coordinators to ensure timely, accurate documentation and communication. The role requires collaboration with AOC, MDOC, management, and HD staff, plus staying current with EMR/documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years in a related LifeLink position and/or appropriate credentialing and experience in a medical environment or family/social services field.

Responsibilities

• Respond to hospital referrals on-site to evaluate potential organ and tissue donation.
• Build and maintain relationships with hospital professionals.
• Collaborate with Referral Coordinators (RCs) and follow LifeLink policies for timely and documented referrals.
• Communicate findings to RC/AOC/MDOC and LifeLink staff; document on-site evaluations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Healthcare experience

Job description

Join LifeLink — Join a Life Saving Team!

About LifeLink
More than four decades ago, a visionary group of innovators, led by renowned nephrologist Dr. Dana Shires, made a life-changing commitment—to save lives through organ and tissue donation. From that bold beginning, LifeLink Foundation was established – founded with heart, purpose, and a mission that still guides us today.

What started as a nonprofit with big dreams has grown into a vision-driven organization of more than 700 dedicated professionals across west-central Florida, Georgia, parts of South Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

At LifeLink, we are united by our mission: To honor donors and save lives through organ and tissue donation.

Our vision remains clear: To maximize the gift of life while giving hope to donor families and transplant patients.

We are grounded in the values that shape our work and culture—Compassion. Excellence. Legacy. People. Quality.

If you’re inspired by purpose, driven by impact, and ready to help save and heal lives, LifeLink is the place for you.

What You’ll Do
As a Per Diem First Responder, you will directly contribute to LifeLink’s life-saving mission. The primary responsibility is to respond to hospital referrals on-site for the purpose of evaluating the potential for organ and tissue donation. This position will include building and maintaining strong relationships with appropriate hospital professionals. You will work in collaboration with Referral Coordinators (RCs) and apply LifeLink’s policies and procedures when performing and documenting the timeliness, suitability, and response to organ and tissue referrals. Effectively communicate with hospitals, the Administrator on Call (AOC), Medical Director on Call (MDOC), management staff, FCC, ORC, and HD staff.

Key Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility is to respond to hospital referrals on-site for the purpose of evaluating the potential for organ and tissue donation. This position will include building and maintaining strong relationships with appropriate hospital professionals. You will work in collaboration with Referral Coordinators (RCs) and apply LifeLink’s policies and procedures when performing and documenting the timeliness, suitability, and response to organ and tissue referrals. Effectively communicate with hospitals, the Administrator on Call (AOC), Medical Director on Call (MDOC), management staff, FCC, ORC, and HD staff.

• Keeps current with hospital required EMR access, updates and training.
• Performs first responder responsibilities in coordination with the appropriate recovery staff, which may include but not limited to the following:
  • Timely onsite response to referral evaluations of potential donors.
  • Utilization of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) in order to document and present case presentation to RC/AOC/MDOC.
  • Collaborate with hospital partners in order to assess hemodynamic status and plan of care.
  • Completion of physical assessment in collaboration with nursing staff, as appropriate.
  • Identification of legal next of kin (LNOK) in the order of priority per state statute.
  • Communicate findings to the RC/AOC and MDOC, as directed.
  • Timely documentation of on-site evaluation in iTransplant.
  • Communicate LifeLink plan to hospital personnel.
• Facilitates end of life discussion with potential donor families which may include the following:
  • Brain death /Donation After Cardiac Death/Plan for withdrawal of care.
  • Family readiness discussion.
  • Donor disclosure- verifying the donor registry.
• In collaboration with RC/AOC, provide recommendations to hospital staff on implementation of catastrophic brain injury guidelines (CBIG), if applicable.
• In conjunction with AOC, determine appropriate timing for Family Care Coordinator or other LifeLink staff to respond onsite.
• Participate in continuing education courses and seminars necessary to obtain appropriate CEUs to maintain certifications and licensure.
• Participate in OPO meetings, activities, and other assignments as directed by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Passionate about helping others and making a difference
• Aligned with LifeLink’s core values of Compassion, Excellence, Legacy, People, and Quality
• Minimum of two years in a related LifeLink position and/or appropriate credentialing and experience which may include medical-related degree/certification or appropriate experience in a medical environment or family/social services field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintains a professional demeanor and attitude at all times.
• Current driver license with good verifiable driving record.
• Residing within assigned service area is preferred. Primary home/hospital/office location may be assigned within service area if applicable.
• Required to respond to cases based on published schedule. Refusal of three consecutive cases will result in progressive disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Required to respond to calls/texts within 15 minutes or loss of case may occur.
• Demonstrated physical ability to lift, carry and/or move equipment of varying weight from 1 to 30 pounds for 10% of the work time and to stand for 90% of the work time.
• A collaborator who thrives in a mission-first environment

Why LifeLink?

• Be part of an organization with a legacy of saving lives and giving hope
• Join a passionate and supportive team across Florida, Georgia, and Puerto Rico
• COMPANY PAID Medical, Dental, Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
• Growth opportunities in a mission-driven, high-impact nonprofit
• Work with purpose, knowing your efforts directly touch lives

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
LifeLink is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve.

Ready to Help Change Lives?
Your next career move could be the most meaningful one yet.

Travel Required

Yes . Daily ground travel required.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer
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