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OPO Donor Referral Responder

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$7,500 Sign On Bonus

The Life Alliance Organ Procurement Agency at the University of Miami/UHealth has an exciting opportunity for a full time Donor Referral Responder. The incumbent responds to all referred potential cadaver donors for organ procurement. Moreover, the Donor Referral Responder directs logistical support of potential organ donors and provides information to healthcare professionals in donor hospitals, in addition to maintaining the integrity of the donation process when actively engaged in a potential organ donor referral.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Responds to potential donor referrals in all donor service area hospitals, in accordance with LAORA policies and procedures, within the confines of Miami Dade, Monroe Broward, Collier, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie counties, and the Common Wealth of the Bahamas.
Communicates with appropriate senior staff on all donor and referral activity to evaluate donation suitability based on information collected from patient’s hospital chart and current health status.
Performs independent assessment of potential cadaver donors to ensure donor meets medical criteria for donation.
Performs assigned and routine rounds in hospitals to foster hospital collaboration.
Ensures all legal and regulatory requirements, and medical standards of practice are met in the process of pursing organs and tissues.
Maintains daily log of activities on electronic spreadsheet for cost allocation and quality assurance purposes.
Documents clinical information, as required by regulatory agencies, in all aspects of interactions with hospital staff and during the donation process.
Provides organ procurement in-service in donor hospitals to medical professionals.
Participates in physician, hospital staff, and medical community education, as it relates to organ donor awareness and clinical support.
Assists with data collection and operational initiatives and oversees process used for publication and clinical research.
Transports organs, blood, specimens, and tissue samples from one place to another.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
One year of critical care/intensive care work experience or one year of OPO experience.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, certification(s), or work experience may be considered.
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Credential as RN, CRT, Foreign MD, EMT or Paramedic preferred.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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Full time

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Staff

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What You Should Know About OPO Donor Referral Responder, University of Miami

If you’re looking for a role that combines compassion, critical thinking, and a commitment to life-saving efforts, the Donor Referral Responder position at the University of Miami might be your calling! In this full-time role, you’ll join the dedicated team at the Life Alliance Organ Procurement Agency, where your primary responsibility will be to respond to referrals of potential organ donors across several counties, including Miami Dade and Broward. Your day-to-day will be anything but ordinary as you conduct assessments to determine donation suitability and provide essential support to healthcare professionals at donor hospitals. Communication is key; not only will you interact with senior staff to evaluate cases, but you’ll also educate medical staff on organ donation processes. You’ll ensure compliance with all legal and medical standards while maintaining a keen eye on the details, maintaining logs, and documenting essential information. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to make a real impact. You’ll play a vital role in fostering relationships with hospitals and advocating for donor awareness among the medical community. With a sign-on bonus of $7,500, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits like tuition remission, this is more than a position - it's an invitation to be part of something truly important in South Florida's only university-based health system. Bring your bachelor’s degree and a year of relevant experience, whether it’s in critical care or OPO, and get ready to embark on a fulfilling career where every day makes a difference!

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What are the responsibilities of a Donor Referral Responder at the University of Miami?

As a Donor Referral Responder at the University of Miami, you will be responsible for responding to referred potential cadaver donors, communicating donor suitability with senior staff, assessing medical criteria for donations, fostering collaboration with hospitals, and documenting interactions in compliance with regulatory standards. You’ll also transport organs and provide educational support on organ donation processes within the healthcare community.