Surgical Recovery Assistant

DonorConnect; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental insurance

Vacation and sick leave

403b retirement plan

On-call pay

Job summary

DonorConnect in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Surgical Recovery Assistant to support the organ recovery team. You will assist with recovering and transporting organs, obtain biopsies, and monitor preservation equipment.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma, 6 months clinical experience, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 70 pounds. Evening 3-11 shifts with on-call duties and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum six months of relevant clinical experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recovering and transporting organs for transplant.
• Support the surgical team and monitor organ preservation equipment.
• Obtain biopsies and maintain accurate records.
• Work flexible evening shifts and be able to handle on-call duties.

Skills

Medical terminology

Transplant knowledge

Computer applications

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

SURGICAL RECOVERY ASSISTANT

Are you interested in a fast-paced, challenging career working to help save lives? Would you like to make a difference, knowing that you have coordinated sharing the gift of life through organ donation and transplantation? If so, come join our highly-motivated surgical organ recovery team! Self-directed applicants with excellent communication skills, strong task organization abilities, and solid medical knowledge are encouraged to apply.

The Surgical Recovery Assistant is a great role to help you get started in your organ transplant career. The SRA works with experienced Surgical Recovery team members to recover and transport organs for transplant. The SRA provides important support to the surgical team, assisting with various tasks such as obtaining biopsies and monitoring organ preservation machines. You play a critical role in ensuring donated organs are made available for the designated recipients. Skilled SRA's will have increasing opportunities for additional roles and responsibilities in the organization.

Successful candidates should have a strong interest and background in the medical field. They should also have solid critical thinking skills, and the ability to problem-solve. This is a great career for someone who loves the challenge of a clinical environment and wants greater levels of responsibility.

• This is a full-time, expected 40-hour/week position. A generous shift differential is added for work outside of normal business hours.
• Hours may vary but will primarily consist of evening 3-11 shifts.
• There is an on-call expectation of up to 24 hours per week (worked call hours apply to your 40 expected). DonorConnect provides a generous On-Call pay for these call shifts.
• DonorConnect provides a competitive benefits package of medical/dental insurance, vacation pay, sick leave, and a highly competitive 403b (401K for non-profits) plan for your retirement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree preferred, and/or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience

Experience Required

• Minimum of six months of relevant clinical experience required MA, CNA, EMT, Surgical Tech, Med student, etc.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of organ and tissue transplant elds preferred
• Knowledge of related computer applications
• Solid collaborative and interpersonal abilities
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Attentive to detail and able to maintain accurate records
• Able to work well with all levels of personnel in hospital settings and within the differing guidelines of each institution
• Works well under stressful conditions
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stoop, squat, or bend frequently
• Exposure to patient elements including communicable disease, bloodborne pathogens, and other common hazards of a clinical setting
• Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen.

DonorConnect is a PROUD Equal Opportunity Employer who Values Diversity in Both Experience and Background!