Senior Organ Recovery & Transplant Specialist

LifeCenter Northwest; Factoria (WA); On-site; USD 334,000 - 501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

403(b) with employer match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

LifeCenter Northwest is seeking a Surgical Organ Recovery Specialist (SORS) III to lead donor organ recovery in BD and DCD cases, ensuring compliant perfusion and preservation for transplant. This role collaborates with transplant programs, advises on events, and maintains meticulous donor documentation.

The position requires travel across the region, advanced surgical training, and a strong background in organ procurement or tissue banking. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medicine, biology, or related life science.
• 5 years of tissue banking or organ procurement coordination experience.
• Advanced surgical training in a formal program recommended.
• Must have valid driver’s license and ability to travel for case activity.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption.

Responsibilities

• Lead donor organ recovery in brain-dead and DCD cases in compliance with standards.
• Advise staff on adverse events, surgical outcomes, or disease transmissions.
• Coordinate organ allocation with transplant programs.
• Direct organ perfusion and preservation for transplant.
• Ensure thorough documentation of donor charts and procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medicine, biology, or related life science

Advanced surgical training (formal program)

5 years of tissue banking or organ procurement coordination experience

Tools

Medical terminology

Job description

LifeCenter Northwest is seeking a Surgical Organ Recovery Specialist (SORS) III to lead donor organ recovery in BD and DCD cases, ensuring compliant perfusion and preservation for transplant. This role collaborates with transplant programs, advises on events, and maintains meticulous donor documentation.

The position requires travel across the region, advanced surgical training, and a strong background in organ procurement or tissue banking. A valid driver’s license is required.