Description

JOB PURPOSE: The Organ Preservation Specialist is responsible for procurement activities related to the surgical removal, preservation, and transportation of organs. This involves working collaboratively with department staff members, physicians, and organ procurement organizations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Logistical communication with Organ Procurement Organizations, Transplant Call Coordinators and Transplant Surgeons during organ recovery phase which may include communication with aircraft and vehicle charters.
Develop and implement contingency plans to ensure a successful organ procurement process intraoperatively.
Surgically assists with recovery of organs for transplant for both abdominal and thoracic programs.
Assist with organ preservation of both abdominal and thoracic organs including donor OR management, perfusion in transit and potential perfusion at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.
Be involved with recovery of organs for research.
Remain in compliance with PTI and UNOS policies and procedures related to packaging and labeling of organs.
Assist Transplant Surgeons and Advanced Practice Providers with preparation of abdominal organs for transplantation
Manage the maintenance, stocking, and preparation of supplies to a constant state of readiness for organ recovery process.
Participate in transplant service and hospital-wide committees, task forces or meetings as indicated by role appropriateness
Available for 24-hour call to meet the needs of the Transplant Department
Other duties assigned at the direction of Transplant Administration.