Referral Coordinator

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…much more!

Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to saving lives.

Summary:

Primary responsibility is to evaluate and respond to hospital referrals for the purpose of determining a potential organ/tissue donor. Apply LifeLink’s policies and procedures in performing and documenting the timeliness of referrals, response to referrals and provide direction to responding staff. In addition, ascertain information to help facilitate the determination of potential donors, BD, DCD potential, medical suitably and order of priority/NOK. Participate in call schedule rotation to ensure coverage of this position’s responsibilities 24/7. Effectively communicate with Hospitals, AOC, MDOC, other management staff, FCC, TC, IHC and other development staff. 

Responsibilities:

Participate in the RC call schedule coordinating FCC/IHC/HD/TC for making an appropriate and timely onsite visit for referrals in collaboration with AOC
Referral responsibilities will consist of but may not be limited to:
Referral evaluation
Preliminary determination of suitability
Verification of name, race, sex, DOB and location of next-of-kin
Accessing Donor Registry
Notifying the FCC and other on call team members of potential donor situations
Review information on initial referral regarding donation process with hospital personnel with outline of plan
Ability to first mention or assist in authorization / donor designation if applicable
Post initial referral
Monitor referrals daily and more often if indicated
Maintain documentation on active referrals (weblog)
Passing referral call to oncoming RC according to set protocols in order to assure all active referrals are up to date and followed appropriately
Provide follow-up to appropriate Hospital Development Liaison, AOC/IHC/FCC or other vascular staff
Follow up with CSD and Tissue Screener for referrals that are going to be immediately extubated and not a candidate for organ donation
Receive and handle or appropriately triage miscellaneous calls from CSD (Positive cultures, FH, ME, family issues, etc.)
Assist when appropriate in the orientation of new staff at the direction of Manager/ Assistant Manager of FCC program
Meet deadlines for any assigned projects
Participate actively in hospital development initiatives
Apply for continuing education courses and seminars necessary to obtain appropriate CEUs to obtain/maintain certifications and licenses
Participate regularly in OPO & FCC/RC meetings
Other duties as assigned by Director of Recovery Services or immediate supervisor

Minimum of one year in a related LifeLink position and/or appropriate credentialing and experience which may include medical-related degree/certification (RN) or appropriate experience in a medical environment
Completion of all requirements of the probationary level position or other related experience/position
Demonstrated above average verbal communication skills and phone etiquette skills
Availability to handle rotation of 24/7 call responsibilities and a work schedule that may require response to emergency back-up call coverage
Understanding that confidentiality must be maintained, according to Foundation protocols

Working Conditions:

Local/State auto/air travel is required.  Variable/rotation on-call days/hours including nights/weekends/holidays depending on call schedule and call duration.  Possible high stress / extended hours while on call.  Friendly, team-oriented and interactive environment. 

OSHA Risk Classification:  Low