Our Vision is to maximize the gift of life while giving hope to donor families and transplant patients. Our Mission is to honor donors and save lives through organ and tissue donation.
Company paid Medical, Dental, Disability & Life Insurance
Generous company paid Pension Plan for your Retirement
Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
Encouraging career track
Fitness Membership Reimbursement …much more!
Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to saving lives.
Summary
Primary responsibility is to respond to hospital referrals on-site for the purpose of evaluating potential for organ/tissue donation. This position will include building and maintaining strong relationships with appropriate hospital professionals. Will work in collaboration with Referral Coordinators (RC), apply the policy and procedures of LifeLink in performing and documenting the timeliness, suitability and response to organ/tissue referrals. Effectively communicate with hospitals, Administrator on Call (AOC), Medical Director on Call (MDOC), management staff, FCC, ORC and HD staff.
Responsibilities
Keeps current with hospital required EMR access, updates and training.
Performs first responder responsibilities in coordination with the appropriate recovery staff, which may include:
Initial onsite response to referrals for evaluation of potential donation
Assess hemodynamic status with medical team
Review of patient’s medical records (EMR)
Completion of physical assessment in collaboration with nursing staff, as appropriate
Identification of LNOK in the order of priority per state statute
Communicate findings to the RC/AOC and MDOC, as directed
Timely documentation of on-site evaluation in iTransplant
Communicate LL plan to hospital personnel
In collaboration with RC/AOC, provide recommendations to hospital staff on implementation of catastrophic brain injury guidelines (CBIG), if applicable.
In conjunction with AOC, determine appropriate timing for Family Care Coordinator or other LifeLink staff to respond onsite. As directed, and when necessary:
Facilitate brain death testing
Communicate donation opportunities to potential donor family
Complete authorization or donor designation forms ensuring the order of priority is followed per state statute
Complete medical/behavioral history utilizing approved questionnaire
Participate in continuing education courses and seminars necessary to obtain appropriate CEUs to maintain certifications and licensure.
Participate in OPO meetings, activities, and other assignments as directed by management. Maintains a professional demeanor and attitude at all times.
Responsible for participating in quality assessment performance improvement (QAPI) activities for the OPO as outlined in the OPO Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Plan.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum of two years in a related LifeLink position and/or appropriate credentialing and experience which may include medical-related degree/certification or appropriate experience in a medical environment or family/social services field, BA/BS degree preferred.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Current driver license with good verifiable driving record.
Residing within assigned service area is preferred. Primary home/hospital/office location may be assigned within service area if applicable.
Working Conditions
Most of daily activity spent in contact with hospitals, hospital personnel
Business hours with infrequent evenings, nights and weekends
Daily ground travel required
Periodic high stress level
Cell phone accessibility during assigned hours
TB Classification: Medium
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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