Remote Referral Coordinator (OPO & or transplant center experience is preferred) - Ideal Candidate Locations: Florida, Georgia or South Carolina

Join LifeLink — Join a Life Saving Team!

About LifeLink More than four decades ago, a visionary group of innovators, led by renowned nephrologist Dr. Dana Shires, made a life-changing commitment—to save lives through organ and tissue donation. From that bold beginning, LifeLink Foundation was established – founded with heart, purpose, and a mission that still guides us today.

What started as a nonprofit with big dreams has grown into a vision-driven organization of more than 700 dedicated professionals across west-central Florida, Georgia, parts of South Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

At LifeLink, we are united by our mission

To honor donors and save lives through organ and tissue donation.

Our vision remains clear

To maximize the gift of life while giving hope to donor families and transplant patients.

We are grounded in the values that shape our work and culture—Compassion. Excellence. Legacy. People. Quality.

If you’re inspired by purpose, driven by impact, and ready to help save and heal lives, LifeLink is the place for you.

What You’ll Do As a Remote Referral Coordinator, you will directly contribute to LifeLink’s life-saving mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the RC call schedule coordinating FCC/IHC/HD/TC for making an appropriate and timely onsite visit for referrals in collaboration with AOC.
• Referral responsibilities will consist of but may not be limited to:
• Referral evaluation
• Preliminary determination of suitability
• Verification of name, race, sex, DOB and location of next-of-kin
• Accessing Donor Registry
• Notifying the FCC and other on call team members of potential donor situations
• Review information on initial referral regarding donation process with hospital personnel with outline of plan.
• Ability to first mention or assist in authorization / donor designation if applicable
• Post initial referral:
• Monitor referrals daily and more often if indicated
• Maintain documentation on active referrals (weblog)
• Passing referral call to oncoming RC according to set protocols in order to assure all active referrals are up to date and followed appropriately.
• Provide follow-up to appropriate Hospital Development Liaison, AOC/IHC/FCC or other vascular staff
• Follow up with CSD and Tissue Screener for referrals that are going to be immediately extubated and not a candidate for organ donation
• Receive and handle or appropriately triage miscellaneous calls from CSD (Positive cultures, FH, ME, family issues, etc.).
• Assist when appropriate in the orientation of new staff at the direction of Manager/ Assistant Manager of FCC program.
• Meet deadlines for any assigned projects.
• Participate actively in hospital development initiatives.
• Apply for continuing education courses and seminars necessary to obtain appropriate CEUs to obtain/maintain certifications and licenses.
• Participate regularly in OPO & FCC/RC meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Recovery Services or immediate supervisor.

• Who You Are
• Passionate about helping others and making a difference
• Aligned with LifeLink’s core values of Compassion, Excellence, Legacy, People, and Quality
• Minimum of one year in a related LifeLink position and/or appropriate credentialing and experience which may include medical-related degree/certification (RN) or appropriate experience in a medical environment.
• Completion of all requirements of the probationary level position or other related experience/position.
• Demonstrated above average verbal communication skills and phone etiquette skills.
• Availability to handle rotation of 24/7 call responsibilities and a work schedule that may require response to emergency back-up call coverage.
• Understanding that confidentiality must be maintained, according to Foundation protocols.
• A collaborator who thrives in a mission-first environment

Working Conditions

Local/State auto/air travel is required. Variable/rotation on-call days/hours including nights/weekends/holidays depending on call schedule and call duration. Possible high stress / extended hours while on call. Friendly, team-oriented and interactive environment.

OSHA Risk Classification: Low

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion LifeLink is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve.

Ready to Help Change Lives? Your next career move could be the most meaningful one yet.