Transplant Recovery Specialist - Hybrid
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
Under general supervision, provides coordination of all activities involved with the surgical removal, preservation, perfusion, packaging, and transportation of organs recovered for transplant. Independently responsible for intraoperative organ preservation and packaging of organs for local and distant cases. Provides preservation, first-assist and packaging support to local organ recovery teams on non-local organ recoveries while utilizing aseptic and sterile techniques. Manages and monitors organs for transplant on mechanical preservation devices. Assist with development and application of training programs for new transplant recovery specialists. Assists with coordination of transplant recovery team activities and ensures on call rotation coverage. Assists with the ongoing process improvement of transportation services, supply and medication ordering processes. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science plus two years of experience in the kind of work to be performed; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Must have applicable certification/licensure as surgical tech or EMT. Two (2) years of experience as a surgical technician, EMT, transplant recovery specialist, respiratory therapy or OPO surgical recovery specialty. Ability to work on-call, 24/7 work environment on a rotation basis. Ability to use ground transportation and air transportation; fixed-wing and helicopter.