Solid Organ Preservationist

UVA Health; Virginia; On-site; USD 18,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking a specialized clinical technical professional responsible for ex vivo preservation of donor organs using machine perfusion technology. The role operates advanced organ perfusion equipment to maintain organ viability outside the body until transplantation, supporting patient care across surgical and transplant services.

This position requires collaborating with physicians and staff in critical care settings, handling life-support technologies, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant program, or a relevant health science bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years of experience in a surgical, critical care, or transplant setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate advanced organ perfusion equipment to preserve donor organs outside the body until transplantation.
• Support clinical operations and patient care by enabling organ viability and coordinating with care teams.
• Follow safety, procedural, and documentation standards in a critical care environment.

Job description

Specialized clinical technical professional primarily responsible for the ex vivo preservation of donor organs using machine perfusion technology. Operates advanced organ perfusion equipment to maintain organs' viability outside the body until transplantation. \"These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care. Allied Health - Health Services professionals work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.

\"These roles involve the management and operation of advanced life-support technologies used in critical care settings. These roles are directly involved in the support of patients with complex and severe cases involving cardiac and respiratory systems where traditional treatments are insufficient.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas.

Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas.

Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and require vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation .

or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation .

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist, or Surgical Assistant program, OR a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant health science field required.

Experience: 2+ years of experience in a surgical, critical care, or transplant setting required.

Licensure: See Requisition for Certification/Licensure requirements.

Physical Demands

Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, climbing (ladder, steps) and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, fumes, heat, noise, cold, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $12.77 - $68.86 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report \"Best Hospitals\" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as \"High Performing\" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.