This position will require you to work ten (10) 24 hour shifts a month. You will be on call for your shift. The coverage area is New York City, Long Island, Westchester and Northern Counties (including Dutchess, Orange, Putnam and Rockland) and Pike County, PA. 

Responsibilities:

Respond to referrals at area hospitals evaluating potential organ donors for medical suitability and offering the opportunity of donation to potential donor families in a compassionate and respectful manner. Communicate with hospital health care team members to determine patient’s hospital course and family’s understanding of patient’s condition. Consults and collaborates with hospital medical staff to provide optimal medical management of potential donors and to maximize organ suitability. Allocate donated organs to transplant centers, in accordance with UNOS policies, and coordinate multi-organ recovery procedures. Make transportation arrangements for surgical teams, schedule OR time, assist with the need for temporary privileges, supplies and equipment needed for surgery. Work to promote awareness and education about organ and tissue donation to healthcare professionals and the general public through hospital development and community outreach.