Clinical Support Associate – OCS Program

TransMedics, Inc.

. Travel to transplant centers, generally local and regional, to provide relief to OCS Specialists on lengthy cases after organs have been instrumented and stabilized .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeTeterboro • New Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $77,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating the Organ Care System (OCS) and conducting blood sampling while adhering to TransMedics protocols. Possesses strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills essential for high-pressure environments in critical care settings.

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OCS OperationBlood SamplingCritical Care ExperienceInterpersonal CommunicationDetail Oriented

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Hard Skills

Organ Care System (OCS) OperationBlood SamplingMedication AdministrationFinal Flush ProceduresCase Documentation

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCritical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

IStatOCS Console

Certifications & Qualifications

ADN Associate NurseCertified EMT

Industry Keywords

Critical CareEmergency Department (ED)Intensive Care Unit (ICU)Operating Room (OR)Critical Care Transport

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Travel to transplant centers, generally local and regional, to provide relief to OCS Specialists on lengthy cases after organs have been instrumented and stabilized
Maintain and optimize procured organs on the OCS
Operate the OCS and assess organs according to TransMedics protocols and policies with support from the Organ Management Specialist
Conduct blood sampling
Operate the iStat
Communicate with internal and external contacts
Administer medications to the module
Change gas tanks
Perform final flush and facilitate organs coming off the OCS
Dispose of used OCS modules and clean and prepare the OCS console for the next case
Bring the OCS console back to the hub and accurately complete case documentation and preparations for the subsequent case
Participate in receiving deliveries and other hub duties as requested by management
Support assigned cases generally for at least 16 hours before rest
Perform other TransMedics tasks and duties as required
No management responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years as an ADN Associate Nurse / Certified EMT / Perfusion Assistant or BS in Science plus experience in high critical care settings, ED, ICU, OR or Critical Care Transport
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; able to work collaboratively and build rapport with internal and external contacts
Works calmly and professionally under pressure
Ability to work nights/holidays/weekends as needed
Demonstrated enthusiasm, flexibility, adaptability and willingness to do what it takes to meet the business goals
Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs walking up and down stairs
Must comply with the Company's medical screening/vaccine requirements, subject to legally required accommodations
Willingness and ability to be generally on-call for fifteen 24-hour shifts per month, including holidays and weekends

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical with Health Reimbursement Account through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
Dental
Vision
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401K Plan
Pet insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Additional compensation earned
Incentive programs
Paid time off
Wellness resources
Legally required accommodations for medical screening/vaccine requirements where accommodation can be provided without undue burden