Job description
Overview:
The organ preservation manager will oversee, develop, manage, and maintain the organ preservation lab in collaboration with the Director of Organ Transplantation. Additionally, the organ preservation manager will work in collecting and reporting UNOS data for the pre-transplant team and function as a transplant research specialist. This position will help the pre-transplant team with data management and quality initiatives in an administrative capacity during office hours when not assisting in a transplant procurement. This position will oversee all transplant organ research projects, data management and paper development for the renal transplant program. The Preservation Technician will report to this position. All quality metrics and initiatives for the preservation lab will be overseen by this position. Responsibilities:
Organ Preservation Lab:
If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
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The organ preservation manager will oversee, develop, manage, and maintain the organ preservation lab in collaboration with the Director of Organ Transplantation. Additionally, the organ preservation manager will work in collecting and reporting UNOS data for the pre-transplant team and function as a transplant research specialist. This position will help the pre-transplant team with data management and quality initiatives in an administrative capacity during office hours when not assisting in a transplant procurement. This position will oversee all transplant organ research projects, data management and paper development for the renal transplant program. The Preservation Technician will report to this position. All quality metrics and initiatives for the preservation lab will be overseen by this position.
A day in the life of an Manager, Organ Preservation at Hackensack Meridian
Health includes:
Organ Preservation Lab:
- Develop and implement Organ Preservation Lab Standard Operating Procedures.
- Design and Oversee personnel training in advanced organ perfusion methods.
- Oversee Organ Preservation Lab supply ordering, supply rotation and proper storage.
- Oversee the Organ Preservation lab in collaboration with the OR Leadership.
- Ensure kidney machine perfusion devices LifePorts¿ quarterly verification.
- Ensure organ evaluation according to UNOS protocol prior to transplant including
- A. Organ label and packaging verification, sending of tissue to the Lab for donor/recipient crossmatch.
- B. Sterile kidney anatomy verification and dissection to prepare organ for machine perfusion evaluation.
- C. Performing kidney biopsy according to the SOP.
- D. Adjusting LifePorts parameters as needed while performing kidney evaluation. E. Reporting kidney anatomy.
- F. Monitor, maintain, and report perfusion parameters findings to the surgeon.
- G. Completing UNOS app related to the organ anatomy and preservation parameters.
- H. Collecting, storing and analyzing collected organ perfusion data.
- I. Assisting surgeon in final kidney preparation prior to transplantation.
- J. Assist with organ procurement procedures.
- Research: Organize and Lead Organ Transplantation Services research meetings.
- Oversee research related to organ preservation methods.
- Collect and analyze data on research projects.
- Manage the process for institutional IRB on submission of new research projects.
- Work with other members of Organ Transplantation Services on developing scientific papers for publication and presentations.
- Develop presentations on the donation and transplantation process for departmental education programs.
- Develop presentations and participate in scientific conferences.
- Data Collection and Reporting:
- 1. Collect and prepare pre-transplant documents for regulatory reporting.
- 2. Collect and submit data related to Transplant Services according to the UNOS, AOPO and hospital protocols.
- 3. Analyze and report data to the Chief of Transplant Services and research committee members.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor's degree program in related profession and five years of surgical technology experience.
- Knowledge of surgical aseptic techniques, human anatomy, and physiology is necessary.
- Must be able to work weekends and recognized Holidays on a rotating basis during on-call schedule. Education, Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Knowledge of sterile OR environment. Advance surgical dissection skills.
- Demonstrates ability to multi-task and prioritize in a rapidly changing and high- pressure clinical environment.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills required to facilitate team building and partnering with colleagues and peers.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Apps, EPIC and UNET Portal.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Valid Driver's License from a USA state.
Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
- MD/Clinical certification preferred.
If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
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