Transplant Call Team Coordinator

Posted:
10/10/2024, 10:41:34 AM

Location(s):
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States ⋅ Arkansas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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Closing Date:

11/01/2024


Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | TXPSL Liver Transplant OP CL


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

The Donor Allocation Transplant Coordinator has responsibility for taking organ call for the transplant programs. This call includes all aspects of call-related duties assigned including reviewing deceased donor organ offers when organs become available to transplant candidates for all organs, triaging patient calls for the transplant programs and other duties as may be assigned by transplant leadership.

The Donor Allocation Transplant Coordinator facilitates acceptance or refusal of donor organs for transplant and coordinates the organ recovery with the transplant surgeons, Organ and Tissue Donation Team, Histocompatibility lab, Inpatient Units, Operating room and communicates effectively and sensitively with patients receiving the organs. The Donor Allocation Transplant Coordinator must be able to spend the majority of his/her time executing complex logistical support pertaining to all aspects of organ recovery and placement.

The coordinator provides 24/7 coverage on a rotating schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. The Donor Allocation Transplant Coordinator is a home-based position that may require on campus meetings and trainings.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

  • Four (4) years of nursing experience

Licenses, certificates, or registration:

  • Current Arkansas State Board of Nursing License

  • Ability to obtain National Certification

  • CPR Certification

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

Sound knowledge base of UNOS policy and CMS regulatory requirements in relation to organ allocation, waitlist management as well as ongoing patient status updating.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BSN

  • Critical/acute care and/or experience in at least one of the following: end stage organ disease or solid organ transplantation.

  • CCTC


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Prepares patients for organ transplants by assessing implications, participating in education sessions, performing physical assessments, and coordinating care.
  • Collaborates and communicates with various members of the transplant team to coordinate transplant process.
  • Facilitates acceptance or refusal of donor organs for transplant and coordinates the organ recovery.


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.


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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:

N/A


Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A


Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A


Benefits Eligible:

Yes