Preservation Coordinator/Surgical Technician

New Mexico Donor Services (NMDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at NMDS is to save lives through organ donation and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! Specifically, people with expertise in communicating in difficult situations and building relationships with patients and their families similar to counseling or patient relations. This position, Family Care Coordinator, will work with organ donor families, hospital personnel, physicians, and other team members from NMDS to work through the donation process for saving lives through organ and tissue donation. Primary work environment is in the hospital setting in Albuquerque and throughout New Mexico hospitals. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats are a must.

COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION

New Mexico Donor Services is the designated organ procurement organization (OPO) for the state of New Mexico – and is a member of the DCI Donor Services family.

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.

DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. 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.

Key responsibilities this position will perform include:

• Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery, preservation, and packaging of organs and specimens in conjunction with transplant surgeons and/or organ recovery coordinators in accordance with policies and standards.
• Assumes primary responsibility for the renal preservation process including pumping and pump transport, in accordance with policies and standards.
• Performs extensive on-call responsibilities to assist with the activities related to the donor recovery.
• Coordinates and assists with organ allocation, including kidney and liver placement, distribution, and transportation of organs for transplantation and/or research in accordance with policies and standards.
• Coordinates and assists with fly outs and fly backs.
  

The ideal candidate will have:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• One to two years OPO or health care experience required.
• 3+ years in the operating room setting required.
• 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.

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Up to 176 hours (22, 8-hour days) of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours (9, 8-hour days) of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon

**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.