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CST - Surgical Technologist - Surgical Recovery Coordinator

DCI Donor Services·Nashville, Tennessee

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Preservation Coordinator is responsible for the surgical recovery, preservation, and packaging of organs in collaboration with transplant surgeons. They also manage renal preservation processes and coordinate organ allocation and transportation.

Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at DCIDS is to save lives through organ donation and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! Tennessee Donor Services is seeking a Preservation Coordinator in Nashville to save and enhance lives through the surgical removal, preservation, packaging, and distribution of organs.

Company overview and mission

For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations

Sierra Donor Services and Tennessee Donor Services with operations in the states of California, New Mexico, and Tennessee. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.

Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. With the help of our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

Key responsibilities this position will perform include

  • Assumes primary responsibility for the renal preservation process including pumping and pump transport, in accordance with policies and standards.
  • Performs extensive on-call responsibilities to assist with the activities related to the donor recovery.
  • Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery, preservation, and packaging of organs and specimens in conjunction with transplant surgeons and/or organ recovery coordinators in accordance with policies and standards.
  • Coordinates and assists with fly outs and fly backs.
  • Coordinates and assists with organ allocation, including kidney and liver placement, distribution, and transportation of organs for transplantation and/or research in accordance with policies and standards.

The ideal candidate will have

High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

One to two years OPO or health care experience required, operating room experience preferred.

Health-related certification and ISOP Level 1 by completion of the first year.

Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications and basic data entry skills required.

We offer a competitive compensation package including

  • Up to 184 hours of PTO your first year
  • Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
  • Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • 403(b) plan with matching contribution
  • Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
  • Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
  • Cell phone discounts through Verizon
  • Meal Per Diems when actively on cases

**New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination.**

You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 5 days from submission of your application to be considered for the position.

As a condition of employment, you must be able to obtain Hospital Badge and EMR Access from all of the DCI Donor Services Hospital partners.

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree preferred. One to two years of OPO or healthcare experience is required, along with the ability to obtain hospital access credentials.

  • high school
  • bachelor degree
  • Packaging
  • Microsoft Office
  • Data entry
  • Clinical coordination
  • Surgical assistance
  • Operating room procedures
  • Organ preservation
  • Surgical recovery
  • Organ allocation
  • Renal preservation

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Sick Time
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Supplemental insurance
  • 403(b) plan
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Cell phone discounts
  • Meal Per Diems
  • Insurance discounts

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Posted
Apr 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

DCI Donor Services

DCI Donor Services’ family of companies includes DCI Donor Service Tissue Bank and organ procurement organizations in California, New Mexico and Tennessee. Sierra Donor Services serves the Sacramento, California and Reno, Nevada areas. New Mexico Donor Services and Tennessee...

Salary listed on 2 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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