Organ Placement Coordinator

The Organ Placement Coordinator is responsible for providing technical assistance to the surgical organ recovery process along with the preservation and distribution of organs for transplantation. The Organ Placement Coordinator must be able to fulfill an extensive on-call schedule. This position is also responsible for a number of routine activities conducted in the office to complete the organ recovery process and documentation. This position will also respond to public requests for information and support public education activities as directed by management.

• The incumbent is expected to take 24-hour call with responsibility on a rotating basis with the other staff members.
• Preoperative: Assemble, and arrange instruments, equipment, and supplies on the sterile back table and Mayo stand.
• Scrubs-in to surgery to assist as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of donors and recipient information in accordance with MORA policies.
• Completes documentation as required by MORA with special attention to accurate and thorough medical-legal documentation. Obtains accurate recipient follow-up information for case folders and other agencies as needed.
• Maintains sterile supplies and equipment bags.
• Attend coordinator meetings to receive updates on case activity and provide information on follow-up.
• The incumbent is responsible for obtaining guidance from the Manager or Director when encountering situations with which he/she has no previous experience.
• Performs other hospital development and public education/relations duties as assigned by MORA management.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required by his/her supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Surgical Technologist Certification Completion Preferred.
• One year of surgical/sterile technique.
• Previous exposure to the medical community is required along with the ability to interact with all levels of healthcare personnel and the public.
• Must be task oriented, pay close attention to detail, possess good communication skills and maintain a professional manner of completing assigned duties.
• The ability to meet the requirements of a variable and demanding call schedule is required.

As an employee of MORA, it is essential to value Our Core Values commitment to our mission and vision.

Service Excellence - Committing to the highest standards of practice, quality and performance. Being dedicated and accountable to the mission and the pursuit of the highest performance of one's responsibility. Excellence drives continuous improvement, ensuring that every process and interaction is optimized for the best possible outcome for donors, recipients, and their families.

Empathy - Treating all individuals involved - donors, donor families, recipients, colleagues, and professional partners - with care and understanding.

Respect - Honoring the wishes and dignity of donors and their families throughout the donation process. Respect is fundamental to building trust with families, healthcare partners, and colleagues, ensuring that everyone's needs are met with appropriate care.

Value - Demonstrating a true appreciation for the gifts given and the profound impact each donation has on the life of the recipient and their family. Always being thankful for the efforts of so many involved to make donations happen.

Integrity - Conducting all activities with honesty, fairness, and transparency in all aspects of our work, including clear and open communication with families, colleagues, and our stakeholders. It is important to ensure confidence in the donation process and to build strong relationships with all stakeholders.

Collaboration - Working together with colleagues, hospital, transplant centers, healthcare professionals, the community, and donor families to achieve our mission. Success requires a focus on communication, a commitment to responsiveness, and a coordinated effort to ensure positive outcomes for donors and recipients.

Education - Promoting awareness and understanding of organ and tissue donation, including the public, healthcare professionals, and donor families about the importance and process of donation. Education and advocacy fosters informed decisions about donation, helping to increase awareness and participation, ultimately impacting more lives