LifeLink Foundation · 1 month ago
Quality Review Coordinator 1 - Vascular
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expLifeLink Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives through organ and tissue donation. The Quality Review Coordinator 1 will ensure that standards related to organ recovery are met, performing audits, reviewing donor records, and assisting in compliance with regulatory standards.
CharityHealth CareMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Responsible for complete and accurate review of the donor and non-donor records according to policy, protocol, and guidelines. This includes all phases of the review
Supports Manager OPO Quality Systems in designated responsibilities including, but not limited to, OPTN reporting requirements, weekly and ad-hoc OPO data reports, OPO education of quality initiatives, policy review and updates, and audit preparation
Assure accurate and consistent data is submitted as required by regulatory/accreditation agencies (OPTN, CMS, etc.) for the designated OPO
Assists as directed with projects supporting organ activity and quality review
Performs audits of division specific activities as they relate to organ recovery and documentation to ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards as well as LifeLink policies and procedures
As a part of the Quality Team will handle and package donor serological specimens (blood/serum) for additional donor testing and/or archive in accordance with OPO protocols
Assists with organ discards, shipping of post case specimens and research organs as prescribed by OPO protocol
Coordinates with Recovery Services and quality personnel to ensure all required documentation is accurate and complete in accordance with LifeLink policies and procedures
Assists with inspections from regulatory and accreditation organizations including, but not limited to OPTN, CMS, and AHCA
Provides effective back-up to other quality personnel in accordance with established protocols and processes to ensure continuity within the quality team
Remains informed of developments in quality and regulatory issues as they relate to organ recovery through literature, attending seminars and/or conferences and disseminating such information to OPO personnel
Participates in departmental meetings and prepares data for review as requested by Manager
Participates in ongoing OPO QAPI initiatives as directed by Manager
Maintains full understanding of all related LifeLink Policies and Procedures
Responsible for participating in quality assessment performance improvement (QAPI) activities for the OPO as outlined in the OPO Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Plan
Qualification
Required
Experience with Quality Assurance processes
Ability to analyze documentation and identify breaches in policy
Strong communication and writing skills
Mental ability and visual acuity to prepare and audit records and identify breaches in policy
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
A collaborator who thrives in a mission-first environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred, degree in Allied Science (RN, LPN, ORT, EMT, CST) and/or at least 3 years of experience in a healthcare related background preferred
Knowledge of the regulatory and quality standards established by OPTN, and CMS desirable
Knowledge of all organ recovery procedures including sterile technique, donor evaluation, donor management, organ placement, procurement, organ packaging/labeling, transportation and all appropriate documentation desirable
Benefits
COMPANY PAID Medical, Dental, Disability & Life Insurance
Generous COMPANY PAID Pension Plan for your Retirement
Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays
Growth opportunities in a mission-driven, high-impact nonprofit
Company
LifeLink Foundation
LifeLink Foundation is a non-profit community service organization dedicated to the recovery of life-saving and life-enhancing organs and tissue for transplantation therapy.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
St Pete Catalyst
2025-04-30
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