Donor Procurement Coordinator

Cleveland Clinic

. Coordinate all activities related to receipt of organ offers for transplant .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in organ procurement coordination, including compliance with OPTN/UNOS requirements and effective communication with organ procurement organizations. Proficient in data analysis and reporting related to transplant activities and donor suitability.

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Organ Procurement CoordinationCompliance With OPTN/UNOS RequirementsData Analysis And ReportingCertified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC)Critical Care Experience

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Hard Skills

Organ EvaluationProcurement CoordinationTransplant DocumentationData EntryOrgan RecoveryOrgan PreservationProfessional Education Program DevelopmentCritical Care ExperienceRegulatory ComplianceTransplant Database Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CoordinationTraining And MentoringOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

UNOSUNETTransplant Database

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered NurseRespiratory TherapistEmergency Medical Technician – ParamedicCertified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC)

Industry Keywords

Organ ProcurementTransplantationHealthcareNortheast OhioControlled-Substance TestingInfluenza Prevention Program

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate all activities related to receipt of organ offers for transplant
Evaluate organ offers for suitability
Coordinate procurement of organs and transplant set-ups
Comply with OPTN/UNOS requirements for post-transplant documentation of donor and transplant activities
Serve as contact for potential transplant offers from local, regional and national organ procurement organizations
Organize procurement and dispatch teams and send them to donor sites within required time frames
Coordinate air or ground transportation of organs
Serve as a resource for organ recovery and preservation
Assist in training organ preservation caregivers
Orient new residents and fellows to renal procurement, renal allocation and regulatory requirements
Develop and present professional education programs as needed
Obtain, analyze and report data regarding potential donors and accepted transplant organs
Attend selection committee meetings
Abstract and enter data into the transplant database

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicant must reside in Northeast Ohio
Bachelor’s Degree in a science-related field OR a degree/diploma from an accredited Nursing School, Respiratory Therapy Program or Paramedic Program
One year of experience as an organ procurement coordinator OR clinical experience in critical care or in the field of organ procurement/transplant
Maintain valid licenses and required certificates: Registered Nurse, Respiratory Therapist or Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic
Ability to be available 24 hours a day when assigned
Must comply with controlled-substance testing after an offer of employment
Must comply with the annual influenza prevention program, including vaccination or an approved exemption
Preferred: Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC) by the American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC)
Preferred: Previous transplant or organ procurement experience
Preferred: Related healthcare experience, UNOS/UNET experience and knowledge

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity employer
Drug-free work environment
Annual influenza vaccination or approved exemption program
Personal protective equipment provided as required