Description
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Surgical Organ Recovery Specialist III
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The Surgical Organ Recovery Specialist (SORS) III is responsible for the surgical dissection, removal, preparation, and recommendation for transplantation of deceased donor livers, kidneys, pancreata, and small intestines.
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Recovery and Distribution of Organs and Tissues
- SORS has the primary responsibility for supervision in the donor operative room consistent with Clinical Advisory Committee (CAC)/Vice President, Clinical Operations (VPCO) approvals.
- Assumes the lead and participates in the procurement livers, kidneys, pancreata, and small intestines from brain-dead (BD) and donation after circulatory death (DCD) donors in compliance with local and national standards for organ transplantation.
- Provides advice and counsel to LifeCenter Northwest (LifeCenter) staff when addressing potential adverse events/reactions/outcome reports, surgical errors, potential disease transmissions, or complaints that are medical in nature, have potential medical consequences, or that may affect the safety of recovered organs
- Mediates disputes between recovery and/or transplant surgeons and programs, including real-time consultations.
- Assists and advises in the allocation of organs with transplant programs.
- Is responsible for providing direction on organ perfusion and preservation of organs for transplant.
- Is accountable for timely, complete, and accurate documentation for all appropriate surgical donation related materials, i.e., donor chart.
- Participates in the adoption of new recovery techniques such as NRP to increase organ utilization.
- This position requires regular, time-sensitive travel to and from case activity across the region. As such, the ability to independently and reliably commute between locations is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. Due to the nature of the work, which may involve urgent or unscheduled travel, personal driving capability is a critical operational need.
Development
- Collaborates internally and externally with others to develop and promote practices that increase the number of organs recovered for transplantation and for research.
- Ensures a respectful and collaborative professional working relationship with all colleagues, ensuring a team approach for the success of LifeCenter.
- Serves as a role model and resource to internal staff and external contacts and colleagues.
- Participates in the Clinical Advisory Meetings and associated subcommittee meetings as available.
- In conjunction with LifeCenter staff, review data regarding organ utilization with designated transplant centers; recommend changes in practice when necessary to increase utilization and ensure protocols are consistent with the current standards of practice.
- Pursues professional development activities that provide continued growth, expertise, and maintenance of professional skills.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Reviews any reports of surgical damage; provides follow-up to transplant surgeons in the cases of reported occurrences.
- Assists in the development, review and approval of new and existing surgical policies and preservation procedures in the recovery, evaluation, and placement of donated organs.
- Adheres to quality standards and legal compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies including but not limited to, Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO), Organ Procurement and Transplant Network (OPTN), United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Training and Education
- Develops and provides instruction for organ recovery transplant Fellows and surgeons interested in the organ donation procurement process, including the training and education.
- Develops and provides instruction to the Surgical First Assists on assisting in organ recovery surgery and assessment of advanced surgical skills.
Supervision
- This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.
Other Responsibilities
- Complies with applicable laws, regulations, and LifeCenter policies and procedures.
- Participates in compliance, quality assurance, and performance improvement programs and initiatives.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Advanced knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is required.
- This individual must be compassionate, conscientious, ethical, and possess effective interpersonal skills that allow him/her to be effective in a dynamic field.
- In this capacity and with the influence this position carries across the organization, this individual must possess the ability to actively foster an organizational culture based on collaboration, support, and constructive communication.
- This individual must be able to analyze and assess critical medical situations, create solutions to solve problems, and motivate others to continually improve the processes necessary to meet organizational deliverables.
- This position requires effective written and verbal skills, including general correspondence, manuals, and presentation of information. This position requires an individual who is highly organized and analytical and is able to present information to others including senior leadership in a clear and concise format.
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BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee in this position must uphold the core values of LifeCenter; these include:
Integrity: We are trustworthy, reliable, respectful, and accountable.
Collaboration: We work in partnership with others, seeking to understand and be understood, and finding common ground and shared goals to build upon together.
Courage: We take personal responsibility and face challenges head-on.
Service: Through professionalism and dedication, we honor our commitment to serve others and our obligation to be good stewards of the gift of life.
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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in medicine, biology, or related life science from a four-year college or university
- 5 years’ experience in tissue banking or organ procurement coordination.
- Advanced documented training or experience in a formal surgical training program required. General surgery program or abdominal transplant fellowship training or equivalent strongly recommended.
- Requires a valid driver’s license and access to an insured automobile for work-related functions at expected times.
- Must also possess valid state or federally issued identification suitable for air travel.
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or applicable medical or religious exemption will be required as a condition of employment upon offer.
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Benefits and Compensation
LifeCenter Northwest offers medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, and travel accident insurance. Employees have the option of enrolling in the following supplemental or voluntary plans: life insurance, short-term disability, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness coverage and pet insurance. Employees enrolled in our 403(b) program will receive an employer match of up to 7% after one year, employees are auto enrolled at 3% and may change their enrollment at any time. LifeCenter encourages all employees to find balance and well-being and provides all employees access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and provides a quarterly Wellness Reimbursement. Employees enjoy paid holidays throughout the calendar year and earn 119 hours of PTO annually (to start) as well as Health Time Off hours that is earned 1 hour per 30 worked, paid living donor leave, two weeks paid jury duty leave after 6 months of service, and three weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service is complete. A comprehensive review of benefits can be found at https://lcnw.org/about/employment-opportunities/.
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PAY RANGE
$333,696 - $500,544 Salary
The pay range for this role is provided above. Where a candidate’s compensation falls within this range is based on several bona fide factors such as experience, tenure, and other specialized knowledge. LifeCenter Northwest is committed to providing its employees equitable and competitive compensation.
This position is eligible for additional compensation to the base pay rate, in the form of Extra Call Pay, Extra Call Worked, Overnight Differential and Holiday Stipend Pay.
LifeCenter Northwest is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
