OPO Donor Management Coordinator 1

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The Life Alliance Organ Recovery Agency | LAORA Miami, FL is currently seeking a full time Donor Management Coordinator 1. The Donor Management Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and management of cadaver donors for organ procurement with on-call responsibilities under Chief Medical Officer and the Organ Procurement Manager of LAORA.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Responds to potential donor referrals in all applicable hospitals within the South Florida area. Evaluates donation suitability based on information collected from the patient’s hospital chart, current health status, dialogue with hospital staff, and physical examination.

Performs an independent assessment of potential donors to ensure donor meets medical criteria for donation.

Formulates donor maintenance plan to preserve transplantable organs, based on available clinical knowledge.

Reports clinical information that may be relevant to donation process.

Ensures organs for transplantation are appropriately preserved and that consent is obtained in accordance with donor management protocols and Florida statutes.

Checks with medical examiner’s office for potential tissue donors and performs the necessary screening to ensure quality tissue for transplant.

Takes calls from the donor referral hotline and evaluates potential donors.

Conducts educational programs for the community and healthcare professionals to raise public awareness of the need for organ and tissue donors.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Associate degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Commitment to the University’s core values.

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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Job Status:

Full time
Employee Type:

Staff
Pay Grade:

H10