Surgical Coordinator - Per Diem - Lifesharing - 138689

Under general supervision provides coordination of all activities involved with the surgical removal, perfusion, packaging, and transportation of organs recovered for transplant. Independently recover organs for transplant, research and medical education, perform intra-operative organ perfusion and packaging of organs. Performs organ pulsatile perfusion and packing for local and import kidneys. Provides organ specific intra-operative organ perfusion and packaging for local and distant cases. Provides perfusion and packing support to local organ recovery teams on non-local organ recoveries when directed by AOC. Performs histological preparation and biopsy services as needed. Responsible for assisting in the training of new Surgical Services Coordinator hires. Must have expert experience in the areas of the surgical recovery, packaging and allocation of organs for transplant and research.

• Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science plus two years of experience in the kind of work to be performed; or required an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Training will be continued from initial on-boarding throughout tenure as needed for: refinement of job-specific skills, introduction of new/novel technologies, annual competencies, adaptation to new regulatory policies/guidelines and as needed specific for duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret medical terminology for proper patient chart reviews.
• Demonstrated ability to properly interpret a medical chart.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals including executive and management leaders, physicians, clinical and support staff.
• Abilities to work with deceased individuals.

• Three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Organ Aseptic field experience.
• Knowledge of current policies and directives related to organ and tissue donation.
• Knowledge of AOPO, UNOS and CMS standards and regulations.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace