LOPA · 1 day ago
Organ Recovery Coordinator I Region 2
Baton Rouge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expLOPA is dedicated to organ donation and transplantation, and they are seeking an Organ Recovery Coordinator I to coordinate the organ donation process. The role involves evaluating medical and social information, maintaining communication with team members, and providing medical management of deceased organ donors.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the coordination of the organ donation process
Evaluation of medical and social information of referrals received from hospitals throughout the donor service area
Maintains communication between internal and external team members to support the opportunity of donation for donors and donor families
Provides medical management of deceased organ donors with established protocols to maximize organ function
A competent understanding of the surgical recovery process including organ anatomy and abnormal findings
Performs packaging and labeling of organs and tissues recovered for transplantation and research
A working knowledge of all aspects of LOPA’s organ and tissue referral processes, recovery processes, and procedures, including LOPA’s aftercare and Family Support Services
Utilizes discretion and sensitivity with respect to the surrounding circumstances, values and beliefs of others in all interactions
Competent to perform duties within the referral process such as: Rounding on site or by phone with hospital staff on new or existing organ referrals to obtain medical history, admission course, family dynamics, and treatment plans to assist in the evaluation process
Communicates and collaborates with the managing physician or hospital provider to develop a plan for continued evaluation of organ referrals
Communicates pertinent updates to the appropriate LOPA staff per LOPA protocol
Performs the duties within an organ donor case start as listed below: Initiates and maintains continual communication with appropriate LOPA staff, hospital staff, recovery doctor, and donor family throughout the donation process
Reviews and confirms accurate documentation of death note(s) in alignment with hospital policy
Reviews and confirms accurate documentation of the Uniform Donor Death Assessment Interview (UDRAI)
Reviews hospital policies on declaration of death and organ donation
Obtains and arranges transportation for serological/Nucleic Acid (NAT) and Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) testing including notification of appropriate lab personnel
Provides competent medical management of deceased organ donors with the assistance of the Advanced Practice Coordinator, using established LOPA protocols to maximize organ function for the purposes of donation
Obtains the required laboratory testing, diagnostics, and medical/pharmacological therapies for the Brain Dead Donor (DBD)
Consults and collaborates with managing physician or provider to obtain required laboratory testing, diagnostics, and medical/pharmacological therapies for Donation After Circulatory Death (DCD) donors
Completes physical assessment of the donor and a thorough medical record review
Accurately documents all pertinent donor information into LOPA’s clinical information system
Leads the transfer process of appropriate brain dead organ donors to LOPA’s Donor Care Center (DCC)
Performs the duties during the surgical procedure as listed below: Communicates pertinent information to the appropriate LOPA and transplant center personnel throughout the surgical recovery process
Provides the appropriate documentation, equipment, and other requested needs of incoming recovery teams
Reviews required donor information with recovery surgeon prior to organ recovery
Performs donor time out prior to organ recovery
Review and document anatomy of organs, vasculature, and abnormalities with recovery surgeon
Packages, labels, and verifies organs, vessels, blood, and tissue typing materials per established LOPA and UNOS protocols
Performs the duties following the surgical procedure as listed below: Assists in post mortem care
Communicates with appropriate hospital and LOPA personnel to ensure the final disposition of the decedent is completed
Completes all documentation within the clinical database prior to leaving the recovery site including appropriate communication phone calls
Completes post recovery communication with donor family or authorizing person to communicate outcomes and any requested information
Effective communication with internal and external colleagues
Adheres to all LOPA Policies and regulatory guidelines relevant to the organ recovery processes
Maintains current professional licensure & certifications, BLS, ACLS, PALS
Maintains all competencies required for the LOPA Donor Care Center
Maintains competency to perform test procedures and report results promptly, accurately, and proficiently
Follows the LOPA Lab’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results
Participates in at least one community service event per year
Participates in two donor hospital education events per year
Maintains all assigned donor hospital EMR access
Attends monthly meetings, assigned educational opportunities, and other assigned scheduled events
Uphold LOPA core values of selfless, authentic and passionate
Use constructive and positive communication
Be a team player
Hold yourself and others accountable
Keep a positive attitude
Be respectful of others
Timely completion of all required educational training, tasks, and SOP reviews by assigned due date
Progression to Organ Recovery Coordinator II includes successful completion of ORC I orientation, successful completion of Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC) examination, and competency in all requirements of the ORC I job role
Completion of LOPA’s Preceptor Program
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, airborne illnesses, hazardous materials, pharmacological agents with little likelihood of harm if established health precautions are followed
May, at times, have exposure to blood, packaged organs and tissues for transplant and/or research in a hospital setting or while in the office
Possible mental and visual fatigue associated with detailed work
Travel within the U.S., including flying
Travel to branch office locations
Work is done indoors in an office setting
Work in a fast-paced environment with a demanding time schedule
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Reaching with hands and arms
Adjusting or moving objects up to 10 pounds in all directions
Communicating with others verbally and electronically to exchange information
Stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching
Considerable time spent walking
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Use of fine motor skills
Doing work that requires visual acuity
Need for ability to hear
Operating IV pumps, medical equipment
Operating motor vehicles
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
Medium work that includes moving or lifting objects up to 50 pounds
Qualification
Required
Registered Nurse with one year experience working in critical care, emergency medicine, or surgical setting
Physician's Assistant with one year experience in critical care or emergency care setting
Previous OPO organ recovery experience
Licensed Practical Nurse with two years critical care or emergency care experience
Licensed Paramedic with two years critical care experience
Licensed Respiratory Therapist with two years critical care experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Ability to deliver effective and professional verbal and written communication
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external colleagues
Ability to apply common sense understanding and to solve problems
Ability to be flexible in a dynamic work environment
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Company
LOPA
As the organ procurement organization for Louisiana, we help save lives, restore health and enhance medical care through organ and tissue donation.
51-200 employees
Funding
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Growth StageLeadership Team
Chad Ezzell
Chief Operating Officer
Chrissy Hagan, MBA, SHRM-CP, PHR, CSHRP
Chief Administrative Officer
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