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    Medical Director - Milwaukee, United States - Versiti Organ and Tissue Donation

    Versiti Organ and Tissue Donation
    Versiti Organ and Tissue Donation Milwaukee, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    POSITION SUMMARY


    Under the direction of the VP, Organ and Tissue Donation, is responsible for the overall medical operations of the OPO and for medical quality assurance of OPO activities.


    Is primarily accountable for the surgical recovery process:
    surgical dissection, removal, and preparation of selected donor organs for transplantation in the operative setting.

    It is the responsibility of this incumbent to assist in efforts to increase the availability of organs for transplantation and research by providing high-quality recovery services and clinical oversight within Versiti's donation service area.

    The Medical Director/Recovery Surgeon also oversees organ donor referral screening and medical management of organ donors.


    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Surgically recovers abdominal (liver, kidney, pancreas) organs for transplantation and research in donor hospitals throughout the service area

    Assumes on-call coverage, including weekends, nights, and holidays, as required to assure adequate coverage for donor activity and must be available to surgically recover organs at the specified time

    Ensures compliance with CMS and OPTN regulations and/or other medical/legal requirements

    Provides education and training to OPO staff and hospital personnel involved in the donation process

    Serves as an advisor between the organization, hospital staff, and transplant centers when organ procurement is in progress

    Proactively develops relationships and works collaboratively with transplant centers, surgeons, and donor hospital staff to optimize donation outcomes and completes any necessary follow-up post donation cases

    Supports the Organ Recovery Services team with kidney perfusion, oversight of potential future organ perfusion innovation including liver pumps and normothermic regional perfusion

    Represents OPO/TB at national societies and conferences such as AOPO, AATB, ASTS, and OPTN meetings

    Responsible for the development, implementation and education of the OPO's protocols for referral and donor evaluation, management, organ recovery/preservation and placement

    Leads the OPO's Medical Advisory Committee

    In collaboration with the VP, Organ and Tissue Donation ensures that the program activities are consistent with and satisfy the requirements of tissue processors


    QUALIFICATIONS

    EDUCATION
    D. or D.O. degree

    Completion of an abdominal transplant fellowship or significant surgical experience in kidney, liver, and pancreas procurement and transplantation and critical care

    License to practice medicine in Wisconsin


    EXPERIENCE
    3 years' experience in organ donation and transplantation


    SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
    Transplant surgeon preferred

    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

    Ability to cope with high levels of stress and handle a heavy workload

    Must have an interest in and knowledge of organ donation and transplantation

    Strong interpersonal skills

    Good communication skills, ability to use and be understood in English

    Familiarity with state, federal and national regulations and standards as they apply to organ recovery (i.e. OPTN-Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network, CMS-Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, ASTS-American Society of Transplant Surgeons)

    Demonstrated leadership skills to include team building, problem solving, decision making, conflict resolution, and organizational abilities

    Proficient in computer applications necessary for position, including Microsoft Office

    Valid driver's license and access to insured vehicle required


    EQUIPMENT USED
    Personal computer

    Cell phone

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

    Indicate the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below.


    Include the major physical activities in the job description and reference minor areas by saying "occasionally may require," etc: Mostly sedentary position with some standing and walking.

    Amount of Time

    None

    1/3 to 2/3
    >2/3

    Stand
    X

    Walk
    X

    Sit
    X

    Use hands to finger, handle, or touch
    X

    Reach above shoulders
    X

    Climb or balance
    X

    Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
    X

    Talk or hear
    X

    Taste or smell
    X


    Does this job require that weight be lifted, or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often? Check the appropriate boxes below.

    Amount of Time

    None

    1/3 to 2/3
    >2/3

    Up to 10 pounds
    X

    Up to 25 pounds
    X

    Up to 50 pounds
    X

    Up to 100 pounds
    X

    More than 100 pounds
    X

    Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply.

    ☒ Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).

    ☐ Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).

    ☐ Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

    ☒ Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on given point).

    ☒ Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).

    ☒ Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

    ☐ No special vision requirements.

    How much noise is typical for the work environment of this job? Check all that apply.

    ☐ Very Quiet (examples:
    forest trail, isolation booth for hearing test).

    ☐ Quiet (examples:
    library, private office).

    ☒ Moderate (example:
    normal shop conditions).

    ☐ Loud (example:
    higher than normal shop conditions).

    ☐ Very Loud (example:
    loud machinery).


    Is there anything on this list that applies to the position? If so, how much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require? Indicate the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below.

    Amount of Time

    None

    1/3 to 2/3
    >2/3

    Exposure to blood or other bodily fluids
    X

    Wet, humid conditions (non-weather)
    X

    Work near moving mechanical parts
    X

    Work in high, precarious places
    X

    Fumes or airborne particles
    X

    Toxic or caustic chemicals
    X

    Outdoor weather conditions
    X

    Extreme cold (non-weather)
    X

    Risk of electrical shock
    X

    Work with explosives
    X

    Risk of radiation
    X

    Vibration
    X

    Work/job-related travel
    X

    List all protective clothing or protective equipment required to perform the job.

    PPE consistent with hospital operating rooms requirements


    This job description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive or in any way construed as an employment contract.

    Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this position at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons solely at management's discretion.

    All position descriptions will be reviewed and updated at least once per year when the incumbent is reviewed or as attrition occurs.

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