Surgical Recovery Coordinator - HonorBridge

Are you looking to find a career in the medical field that is working to save a life every day or become part of someone's legacy? If so, HonorBridge is seeking a positive, energetic, and highly motivated individual to join our team.

HonorBridge is the largest Organ Procurement Organization in North Carolina. We partner with hospitals, transplant centers and other partners to coordinate the organ and tissue donation process. We are passionate about inspiring our community to register as organ and tissue donors and provide support to the families of those who give the gift of life.

Job Summary:   

Due to growth, HonorBridge is recruiting a Surgical Recovery Coordinator. The surgical recovery coordinator is responsible for all areas of the surgical recovery that include preservation of organs for transplantation and research and recovery of research organs and tissues. 

The ideal candidate is passionate about our Mission, possesses an associate degree with a concentration in health-related field and has experience in an operating room or clinical environment. RN, LPN, EMT, EMT-P or CST are strongly encouraged to apply.

Individuals for this position must live within 30 miles of their designated office location and always remain within 30 miles of the office location when on call.  Individuals must have the ability to work extended hours with extensive on call responsibilities. Extensive automobile travel within the assigned service area and significant travel in light aircraft is also required. 

 What you will do:

• Performs pulsatile perfusion according to policies and protocols.
• Communicates accurate information to the HonorBridge Organ Administrator on Call and to transplant center medical staff.
• Monitors pulsatile perfusion equipment in accordance with HonorBridge policies and procedures to ensure safe, proper operation.
• Troubleshoot pulsatile perfusion equipment, and takes action to correct deficiencies and notifies HonorBridge Management
• Identify renal anatomy and perform minor surgical procedures to ensure proper perfusion of organ.
• Coordinate recovery of organs outside the DSA.
• Communicates with affected transplant center medical staff as indicated.
• Initiates action and oversees logistics associated with imported organs.
• Reports all call activity to the AOC as events occur.
• Appropriately documents import organ activity per HonorBridge policies and procedures and OPTN guidelines.
• Provides organ recovery expertise for local organ donors.
• Works in conjunction with the Organ Donation Coordinator to oversee the organ recovery process and maximize donation opportunities for research.
• Adheres to hospital protocol and works collaboratively with hospital staff.
• Follows HonorBridge policy and procedures.
• Packs and properly prepares appropriate and necessary medical supplies for surgical recovery of organs.
• Travels to donor hospital, arriving in ample time to assess OR setting and review processes with hospital staff.
• Perfuses and packages organs in accordance to OPTN policy.
• Assists in the organ recovery process as needed, including back table set-up, kidney dissection, and final closure, as directed.
• Allocates authorized research organs, tissues, and specimens to appropriate research partners. Assists and/or actively recovers authorized organs, tissues, and specimens for research.
• Properly documents clinical activity.
• Follows HonorBridge policies and procedures related to documentation.
• Utilizes electronic monitoring (e.g., pulsatile pump trends) where available and in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Submits paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Actively assists with the HonorBridge quality assurance process.
• Serves as a resource for pulsatile perfusion and import referrals.
• Assists with the electronic chart completion process.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized HonorBridge lab spaces.
• Strives to establish and maintain ongoing relationships with all levels of hospital personnel and medical staff on a continual basis.
• Functions as a Surgical Recovery Coordinator to provide services to hospital partners and transplant centers. The number of weekly call days will vary depending on the need of the department.
• Responds to administrative duties to include internal and external communication, projects and QA tasks in a timely manner as defined by HonorBridge leadership.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting and/or carrying < 20 lbs.: Greater than 65% of the time
• Lifting and/or carrying < 50 lbs.: 35%-65% of the time
• Lifting and/or carrying < 100 lbs.: Less than 35% of the time

 What we are looking for:

• Minimum of an associate degree with a concentration in health-related field or equivalent experience in an operating room or clinical environment required. 
• Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: RN, LPN, EMT/EMT-P or CST preferred.
• ABTC certification (CTP or CPTC) required within 2 years of eligibility.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to analyze and interpret data in high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of operating room environment
• Experience in form completion and documentation
• Must possess the ability to work extended hours and have the flexibility to accommodate the needs of the call schedule.

What's in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• A matching retirement plan,
• Paid Sick and Vacation time.
• Life Balance Account Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Growth
• A chance to save a life! 
• Plus, a lot more!