"Pre-Heart Transplant Coordinator"

Scope of Position

This position is responsible for the coordination of the entire transplant process from day of referral to time of transplant.

Position Summary

Coordinates all potential transplant patient evaluations and is responsible for organizing, collating and guiding the medical/surgical data and pre-operative studies in collaboration with surgeons and physicians. Serves as liaison for transplant team with pulmonologists, cardiologists, consulting services, dietetics, social services and insurance company representatives/case mangers. Develops and conducts educational programs for patients and medical & nursing staff within Ohio and contiguous area. Generates and reports productivity to surgeons, physicians and administration on a monthly basis. Coordinates and submits statistics to national organizations and government agencies. Assists with development and implementation of new processes/procedures within the program. Participates in Patient Selection Committee and CTC staff meetings on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: Graduate from an approved school of nursing. Current Ohio license. RN preferred. Prior transplant experience. Current Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) certification preferred. Flexible, sensitive and adaptable to transplant activities.