Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Transplant Coordination:

Evaluate patients for transplant eligibility. Educate patients and families about the transplant process. Arrange diagnostic testing, lab work, and consultations. Coordinate placement on the transplant waiting list.

Donor Coordination:

Work with living donors, including screening and education. Coordinate deceased donor kidney offers and allocation. Communicate with organ procurement organizations (OPOs).

Surgical Coordination:

Schedule surgery and manage logistics. Ensure all medical clearances are in place. Prepare the patient and surgical team for the procedure.

Post-Transplant Follow-up:

Monitor patients for signs of organ rejection or complications. Schedule follow-up appointments and lab tests. Educate patients on medications (immunosuppressants) and lifestyle changes.

Administrative Duties:

Maintain detailed medical records and transplant documentation. Assist with insurance and financial coordination. Ensure compliance with transplant center protocols and regulatory standards (e.g., UNOS, CMS).
Required Qualifications:

Education:

Registered Nurse (RN) with a BSN preferred; or other licensed healthcare professional (e.g., physician assistant, social worker in some programs).

Experience:

Background in nephrology, dialysis, or transplant care is often required.

Certifications:

Certification as a Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) is beneficial.
Skills Needed:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills Organizational and multitasking abilities Compassion and emotional resilience Knowledge of transplant regulations and medical terminology
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Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Day shift Rotational shift
Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 08/06/2025