Medical University of South Carolina
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
The coordinator evaluates donor organ offers and facilitates the allocation process in collaboration with multidisciplinary transplant teams. They ensure regulatory compliance with OPTN/UNOS and CMS while providing remote coordination for adult and pediatric patients.
Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing, a current South Carolina or compact state license, and at least three years of experience as a registered nurse. BLS certification is required, while CCTC certification and transplant nursing experience are preferred.
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: 3 12-hour rotating shifts per week, including weekends and holidays, 7:00am -7:30pm, 7:00pm-7:30am Job Summary/Purpose: The Transplant Organ Allocation Coordinator reports to the Transplant Program Manager and plays a critical role in supporting solid organ transplantation through clinical expertise, coordination, and regulatory compliance. Working under general supervision, the coordinator uses clinical judgment to evaluate donor organ offers, collaborate with multidisciplinary transplant teams, and facilitate safe, timely organ allocation and transplantation. This position provides remote coordination support for both adult and pediatric solid organ transplant populations, including heart, lung, liver, kidney, and pancreas programs. Strong communication skills are essential, as the role requires frequent transitions between multiple communication and documentation platforms in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. The coordinator must demonstrate sound clinical judgment, effectively prioritize competing demands, and adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and patient safety. Key Responsibilities Evaluate donor organ offers and coordinate allocation processes in collaboration with transplant teams Facilitate communication across multidisciplinary teams to support timely transplantation Provide remote coordination for adult and pediatric transplant recipients Maintain compliance with OPTN/UNOS and CMS regulatory requirements Participate in onboarding, training, and mentorship of new staff Stay current with regulatory updates, allocation policies, and best practices in transplantation Support MUSC Transplant’s commitment to safe, evidence-based care and optimal patient outcomes Minimum Training and Education: A bachelor’s degree in nursing and three years’ experience as a registered nurse.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous). If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees Thank you for wanting to be part of the Medical University of South Carolina team. 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