DCI Donor Services·Knoxville, Tennessee
The coordinator is responsible for the surgical recovery, preservation, packaging, and distribution of organs and specimens. This includes managing the renal preservation process and coordinating 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 Surgical Recovery Coordinator (surgical technologist) in Knoxville to save and enhance lives through the surgical removal, preservation, packaging, and distribution of organs.
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.
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.
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.
**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.
DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.
Candidates need a high school diploma and one to two years of healthcare or OPO experience, with operating room experience preferred. A health-related certification and ISOP Level 1 must be obtained within the first year.
Market context
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