Surgical Technologist - Organ Surgical Coordinator - Weekday PM or Weekend PM

Mid-America Transplant; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team making a difference in the lives of patients awaiting transplants. This role as an Organ Surgical Coordinator combines surgical expertise with logistical coordination, ensuring optimal outcomes for both donors and recipients. You will be at the forefront of lifesaving work, collaborating with transplant surgeons and managing the complexities of organ procurement. If you are passionate about making a significant impact and possess the skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a noble cause while enjoying excellent benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Health insurance premium option at zero out of pocket

401(k) Retirement Match

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Long Term Disability

Annual incentive plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as scrub technologist on a general or Thoracic team.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and surgical instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room and assist transplant surgeons during procedures.
• Coordinate transportation logistics for organ recovery.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Surgical Instrumentation

Technical Equipment Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Anatomy Knowledge

Education

Associates in Applied Science Degree – Surgical Technologist

Tools

Cardiac Cath Laboratory Equipment

Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) Policies

Job description

Surgical Technologist - Organ Surgical Coordinator - Weekday PM or Weekend PM

Requisition Number: SURGI001062

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• Posted: January 8, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Saint Louis, MO 63110, USA

Description

Lifesaving & Life-Changing Work

A career at Mid-America Transplant means giving hope and healing to the 100,000+ patients on the transplant waiting list, bringing peace to families in mourning, building a legacy for donors, and stewarding their lifesaving gifts. Join the Mid-America Transplant team. It’s the toughest job you’ll ever love.

What We Do

We help save lives and have been nationally recognized for how well we do it. We conduct and fund game-changing research, educate the public to prevent medical issues, offer grief resources to donor families, pioneer new facilities and protocols, and partner with community organizations to drive donor registration.

The Position

The Organ Surgical Coordinator (OSC) is responsible for maximizing donation through collaboration with transplant surgeons to ensure optimal outcomes for donor families and recipients. The OSC acts as the surgical technologist during organ procurement and cardiac catheterization cases, ensuring aseptic technique, passing instrumentation, and assisting the surgeon as necessary. The OSC is also responsible for the proper flushing, packaging, and labeling of organs after recovery.

What You’ll Do

Operating Room Support

• Function primarily as a Surgical Technologist, preparing the operating room, passing instrumentation, and assisting transplant surgeons to optimize organ and tissue donation.
• Serve as first assist to Cardiologist during cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Responsible for the setup and operation of the cardiac cath laboratory equipment, sterile field, and medication as directed by the Cardiologist.
• Perform surgical dissection of kidneys including cleaning fat and obtaining wedge biopsies when appropriate.
• Understand and communicate anatomy and anatomical markers including identifying, measuring, and describing kidney anatomy.
• Utilize and troubleshoot technical equipment in the Operating Room.
• Package and label organ specimens and typing materials in accordance with Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) Policies.
• Administer and monitor various time-sensitive preservation solutions according to organ requirements.
• Effectively utilize preservation technologies to optimize organs for transplantation.

Long Distance Line Management

• Respond to transplant centers communication regarding an accepted import organ.
• Coordinate all transportation logistics including air and ground transportation.
• Communicate logistics to both the Organ Recovery Coordinator (ORC) assigned to the case, and the coordinator at the accepting transplant center.
• Conduct detailed shift report with oncoming staff to ensure continuity of import organ handling.

Schedule Options: Weekday Nights (variable Monday-Thursday) 3 – 12 hour shifts per week (7:00p-7:00a)

What You’ll Bring

• Associates in Applied Science Degree – Surgical Technologist Associate
• 2 years job experience as scrub technologist on a general team or Thoracic team
• Knowledge of Aseptic Technique
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation
• Ability to use various technologies and software systems

What We’ll Bring

• Health insurance premium option at zero out of pocket for single coverage, eligible on your first day
• 401(k) Retirement Match - offering up to a 5% match of annual salary starting the 1st day of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – offering up to another 9% contribution of your annual salary after one year
• Paid Life Insurance – four times your salary
• Paid Long Term Disability
• Annual incentive plan in addition to annual salary increases
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities