Organ Procurement Specialist PA Vanderbilt
Overview
Dedicated Physician Assistant leading organ recovery at Vanderbilt specializes in transplant surgery and recovery procedures. This role drives high-quality procurement ensuring optimal outcomes for transplant candidates. You will collaborate with surgical teams to execute precise recovery protocols.
What You'll Do5
- 1Perform or assist in surgical organ recovery procedures under transplant surgeon supervision
- 2Provide comprehensive clinical assessments managing donor physiology pre-recovery
- 3Document and report findings to transplant centers and organ procurement organizations
- 4Maintain and prepare surgical equipment and supplies needed for organ recovery
- 5Communicate with internal and external stakeholders including donor families and transplant centers
Requirements5
- 1Minimum 5 years Physician Assistant experience
- 2NCCPA certification required
- 3Current licensure as PA-C in Tennessee
- 4ACLS and BLS certification
- 5Strong interpersonal communication skills
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