Manager, Organ Procurement Services

Midwest Transplant Network - Westwood, KS

Full-time - Senior

Westwood, KS

Hospitals

About the position

The Manager of Organ Procurement Services at Midwest Transplant Network Inc. is responsible for overseeing and coordinating procurement efforts to maximize the number and quality of organs recovered and transplanted. This role involves managing staff training and development, ensuring compliance with policies, and maintaining professional relationships with various stakeholders. The position also includes clinical responsibilities related to donor care and surgical recovery operations.

Responsibilities

• Guide designated staff toward accomplishment of MTNs Mission and goals, including scheduling, training, and development.
• Direct work planning: approve call schedules, time accounting, and vacation requests, ensuring compliance with established policies.
• Serve as a mentor to new staff by coordinating and participating in orientation and regular meetings to assess progress.
• Assess and guide performance of assigned staff through interactions when functioning as administrator on call.
• Collaborate with Organ Procurement leadership for staff selection, performance reviews, salary and promotional recommendations, and disciplinary actions.
• Provide ongoing staff training to ensure compliance with policies and staff development.
• Maintain current knowledge in the field through participation in NATCO, ABTC, and AOPO.
• Maintain current knowledge of MTN, OPTN, and UNOS policies and CMS regulations.
• Maintain expert knowledge of the policies and protocols for the Organ Recovery and Surgical Care Unit.
• Work closely with the Sr. Director, Organ Procurement Services to ensure implementation and compliance with all policies and protocols.
• Maintain professional relationships and rapport with leadership, medical, nursing, and ancillary staff within and outside of the organization.
• Actively promote the Mission and goals of MTN at all times.
• Provide information and interact with MTN leadership on procurement issues to maintain a high level of service and support.
• Support the CCO and Sr. Director, Organ Procurement Services in overseeing all Donor Care and Surgical Recovery Unit operations, including regulatory compliance, supply and staffing management, physician interactions, and donor patient management/recovery operations.
• Participate in administrative call schedule to ensure efficient operation of donor activities.
• Perform all responsibilities of an OPC and participate in the role when necessary.
• Oversee all aspects of donor evaluation and management.
• Regularly assess and identify opportunities for improvement in processes and lead/coordinate improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in health sciences or equivalent required.
• RN licensure, or other allied health certification preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Three years experience as a procurement coordinator or similar role in the organ procurement industry preferred.
• Active CPTC certification required.
• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and participate in 24-hour call.
• Strong organizational, problem analysis, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate peers and achieve cooperation.
• Detail-oriented, organized, excellent tracking/reporting skills, effective written and verbal communication.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license in accordance with MTN motor vehicle policy.
• Must have reliable transportation to be used with company reimbursement using IRS guidelines.
• Must be able to travel within the service area by ground or air.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and transfer short distances.
• Possess ability to operate telephones, computers, and surgical equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in organ procurement or transplantation services.
• Knowledge of bloodborne pathogens and safety protocols.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.