Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Job Description
1. Provides continuous on-call coverage for the transplant center for organ procurement.
2. Receives and records potential donor organ information from the OPS.
3. Contacts attending physicians and accurately communicates pertinent information.
4. Contacts the potential recipient and communicates time frame of procurement and ensures appropriate transportation for the patient and family.
5. Mobilizes the harvest team for procurement.
6. Secures appropriate transportation for the harvesting team.
7. Coordinates all aspects of the donor operation, which may include perfusion of the cadaveric organs being harvested.
8. Coordinates and communicates will all members of the team to ensure a smooth recipient operation.
9. Ensures that the necessary supplies are available at all times for procurement.
10. Maintains and updates the UNOS waitlist.
11. Completes and submits all UNOS forms in required time frame.
12. Reviews bills from OPO’s, UNOS, and medical transplant team for accuracy.
13. Recommends payment or adjustment to organ bills to the director of solid organ transplant.
14. Coordinates the schedules of the OPS at Lurie Children’s to ensure 24-hour coverage, seven days a week.
15. Works with the director of solid organ transplant to improve the relationship between Lurie Children’s and GOH.
16. Coordinates educational services with the clinical staff regarding organ procurement policy and procedures.
17. Attends weekly transplant meetings for the various organ transplant services.
18. Assists with development and review of policies and procedures related to compliance with OPTN and UNOS regulations.
19. Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
20. Other job functions as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a biological sciences field, or equivalent experience in organ transplantation.
2. Previous transplant procurement experience strongly preferred.
3. Excellent organizational skills.
4. Strong customer service skills.
5. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
There’s a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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