Preservation Coordinator/Surgical Technician

Family Care Coordinator

New Mexico Donor Services (NMDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives. Our mission at NMDS is to save lives through organ donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work. Specifically, we seek individuals with expertise in communicating in difficult situations and building relationships with patients and their families, similar to counseling or patient relations. This position, Family Care Coordinator, will work with organ donor families, hospital personnel, physicians, and other team members from NMDS to navigate the donation process for saving lives through organ and tissue donation. The primary work environment is in the hospital setting in Albuquerque and throughout New Mexico hospitals. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats are a must.

Job Description

• Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery, preservation, and packaging of organs and specimens in conjunction with transplant surgeons and/or organ recovery coordinators in accordance with policies and standards.
• Assumes primary responsibility for the renal preservation process including pumping and pump transport, in accordance with policies and standards.
• Performs extensive on-call responsibilities to assist with the activities related to donor recovery.
• Coordinates and assists with organ allocation, including kidney and liver placement, distribution, and transportation of organs for transplantation and/or research in accordance with policies and standards.
• Coordinates and assists with fly outs and fly backs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• One to two years of OPO or health care experience required.
• 3+ years in the operating room setting required.
• Health-related certification and ISOP Level 1 by completion of the first year.
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications and basic data entry skills required.

Benefits

• Up to 176 hours (22, 8-hour days) of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours (9, 8-hour days) of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon

New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination.