Organ Procurement Specialist Lung Transplant Full Time Rotating Shifts - Chicago, United States - Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

    Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
    Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Chicago, United States

    1 month ago

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    Regular, Full time
    Description
    Location Chicago, Illinois
    Business Unit Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    Job REQID 132917
    Job Function General Healthcare
    Shift Rotating

    Benefits

    • $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
    • $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
    • $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
    • $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
    • Matching 401(k)
    • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
    • Life insurance
    • Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
    • Paid time off and Holiday pay

    Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

    We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

    Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

    • Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
    • Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

    From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

    Description

    The Organ Procurement Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

    Responsibilities:

    • Provides continuous on-call coverage for the transplant center for organ procurement.
    • Receives and records potential donor organ information from the OPS.
    • Contacts attending physicians and accurately communicates pertinent information.
    • Contacts the Transplant Nurse Coordinator(TNC) on call to contact the potential recipient.
    • Contacts the OR Control desk, surgeons, fellows and other staff to coordinate the recipient OR logistics.
    • Mobilizes the procurement team.
    • Secures appropriate transportation for the procurement team.
    • Coordinates all aspects of the donor operation, which may include perfusion of the deceased donor organs being harvested.
    • Coordinates and communicates will all members of the team to ensure a smooth recipient operation.
    • Reviews bills from OPOs, UNOS, and medical transplant team for accuracy.
    • Coordinates the schedules of the OPS at CMH to ensure 24-hour coverage, seven days a week.
    • Attends weekly transplant meetings for the various organ transplant services at least twice a month.
    • Works with all organ TNCs to ensure adequate knowledge of recipients at the top of the waiting list.
    • Ensures that the necessary supplies are available at all times for procurement.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    • Coordinates educational services with the clinical staff regarding organ procurement policy and procedures.
    • Assists with development and review of policies and procedures related to compliance with OPTN and UNOS regulations.

    AA/EOE

    #INDC

    #LI-AD1

    Qualifications

    Required:

    • Bachelor's degree, preferably in a biological sciences field, or equivalent experience in organ transplantation.
    • One year of surgical experience

    Preferred:

    • Previous transplant procurement experience
    • Certification as Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC).

    Equal Opportunity

    Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.



    Benefits

    • $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
    • $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
    • $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
    • $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
    • Matching 401(k)
    • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
    • Life insurance
    • Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
    • Paid time off and Holiday pay

    Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

    We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

    Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

    • Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
    • Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

    From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

    Description

    The Organ Procurement Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

    Responsibilities:

    • Provides continuous on-call coverage for the transplant center for organ procurement.
    • Receives and records potential donor organ information from the OPS.
    • Contacts attending physicians and accurately communicates pertinent information.
    • Contacts the Transplant Nurse Coordinator(TNC) on call to contact the potential recipient.
    • Contacts the OR Control desk, surgeons, fellows and other staff to coordinate the recipient OR logistics.
    • Mobilizes the procurement team.
    • Secures appropriate transportation for the procurement team.
    • Coordinates all aspects of the donor operation, which may include perfusion of the deceased donor organs being harvested.
    • Coordinates and communicates will all members of the team to ensure a smooth recipient operation.
    • Reviews bills from OPOs, UNOS, and medical transplant team for accuracy.
    • Coordinates the schedules of the OPS at CMH to ensure 24-hour coverage, seven days a week.
    • Attends weekly transplant meetings for the various organ transplant services at least twice a month.
    • Works with all organ TNCs to ensure adequate knowledge of recipients at the top of the waiting list.
    • Ensures that the necessary supplies are available at all times for procurement.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    • Coordinates educational services with the clinical staff regarding organ procurement policy and procedures.
    • Assists with development and review of policies and procedures related to compliance with OPTN and UNOS regulations.

    AA/EOE

    #INDC

    #LI-AD1

    Qualifications

    Required:

    • Bachelor's degree, preferably in a biological sciences field, or equivalent experience in organ transplantation.
    • One year of surgical experience

    Preferred:

    • Previous transplant procurement experience
    • Certification as Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC).

    Equal Opportunity

    Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.



    Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.