Job Description Transplant Organ Recovery Coordinator The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics (UI Health) is seeking a full-time Transplant Organ Recovery Coordinator to join their team. The Transplant Organ Recovery Coordinator is responsible for managing the entire organ recovery process, from evaluating organ offers to coordinating recovery and transplant procedures. Working closely with the transplant surgeon and physician, the coordinator ensures organs are recovered and transplanted to the intended recipients according to established protocols.
This role requires advanced clinical knowledge and experience in transplantation to assess, manage, and oversee all aspects of donated organ care, including evaluation, admission, management, and disposition. The coordinator integrates Shared Leadership, Evidence-Based Practice, Relationship-Based Care, and standards of excellence into daily practice to improve patient outcomes.
The coordinator works under the clinical direction of the Division Chief of Transplant Surgery, the Medical and Surgical Directors of the organ-specific transplant program, and reports to the Senior Director of the Transplant Program.
Duties and Responsibilities - Acts as a liaison between the Transplant program staff, the transplant surgeon, the transplant medical team, the donor's hospital, the OPO and the intended recipient for the purpose of evaluating the organ offered for transplant.
- Evaluates and reviews all organs offered by an Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) within the required timeframe. Communicates all pertinent donor and recipient information with the OPO and the transplant surgeon.
- Communicates medical and psychosocial information on all potential transplant recipients to the parties for the purposes of matching and allocating the organ.
- Follows appropriate documentation requirements and clinical protocols to ensure compliance with OPTN and CMS policies/procedures.
- Calls patient and informs him/her of the organ offer and educate patients on the next steps.
- Provides accurate and timely acceptance or refusal information to all required parties per OPO protocol. Once the organ is accepted, coordinate all the activities necessary for the procurement of the organ: transportation locates and notifies the recipient, performs last-minute conformation of information with the recipient.
- Coordinates the intended recipient's admission to the hospital and the operating room.
- Performs vital data verification with the OPO and transplant surgeon.
- Completes all pre, peri and post transplantation documentation in EHR and UNOS as required by all regulatory requirements.
- Removes the patient from the UNOS transplant WAIT list within 24 hours as required per protocol.
- Maintains knowledge and skills through participation in continuing education activities.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in nursing or other healthcare related or other biological sciences area of study required.
- Must demonstrate the ability to collect medical information, interpret, evaluate and present data.
- Must be able to act independently, identify and discuss clinical issues. Participate in on-site clinical meetings, events and training sessions.
- Must be self-directed and demonstrate the ability to navigate through electronic systems and knowledge of Microsoft applications.
Preferred Qualifications - Previous transplant or organ specific experience preferred.
- Experience with Transplant Organ Recovery Coordinator position preferred.
- Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator Certification preferred (must obtain within 2 years of employment).
Salary & Benefits: Salary: The previously determined salary range for this position was $83,656 to $101,155.
Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the full range for a position.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
To Apply: For fullest consideration, please submit a complete application and supplemental resume by
September 25, 2025. uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/16807?c=uic The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.
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