Tissue Donation Coordinator 1

Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, Donor Services - Tissue, or appropriate designee, and in accordance with established procedures, the Tissue Donation Coordinator 1 (TDC 1) receives incoming calls for organ and tissue donor referrals. The Tissue Donation Coordinator 1 is responsible for evaluating medical suitability of potential donors utilizing medical information gathered in screening and in medical record review. The Tissue Donation Coordinator 1 collaborates with hospital personnel, Medical Examiner, and Tissue Recovery team members to coordinate the logistics of tissue recovery.

Position requires 3 (12 hour) shifts per week, and a minimum of 2 on-call shifts per month. Shifts are 0700-1900 or 1900-0700, must be able to work overnight, weekends and holidays. Must be flexible. Remote work potential.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in nursing, EMS, healthcare studies, or biology preferred. Medical/health related certification and/or license also preferred.
• 2 years relevant experience in medical field or health sciences (EMT, Paramedic, LPN, EMS dispatcher) and/or equivalent work experience.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to use a personal computer, Microsoft Office and the internet for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines while being able to multitask.
• Strong customer service and telephone skills.
• Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Answer all incoming organ and tissue referrals in a timely and professional manner.
• Evaluates medical suitability of potential tissue donors utilizing information from medical records, laboratory and diagnostic tests, medical and social history provided by the legal next of kin, and physical examinations. May interact with hospital personnel, medical examiner, and funeral home staff to obtain this information.
• Thoroughly review hospital records and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to identify pertinent clinical history.
• Presents tissue donor evaluations, as appropriate, to affiliated tissue processing and/or research agencies.
• Completes all necessary documentation in the potential donor record.
• All other general duties assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Possible mental and visual fatigue associated with detail work in completion of forms and use of a computer screen.
• Occasional need to transfer organs, blood specimens, and/or tissue samples from one location to another within the office building.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate telephones and computers.
• Ability to accurately communicate, converse, and exchange information in English over the telephone and in person.
• Computer literacy in a Microsoft Windows environment and demonstrated competency in the use of Microsoft Office software programs.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents, with little likelihood of harm if established health precautions are followed.
• May require extended hours of sitting. May also require some physical effort lifting, pushing, and pulling supplies, equipment, and carts with little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed only as needed to assist.
• This position is Level 2 – Minimal level of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and TB. Employees may at times be in a hospital setting and may have exposure to packaged organs and tissues for transplant and/or research.

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.60 - $28.80 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halethorpe, MD 21227

Salary : $26 - $29