Solid Organ Preservationist

About the role

The Solid Organ Preservationist plays a critical, hands-on role in saving lives by preserving donor organs outside the body using cutting-edge machine perfusion technology. This position sits at the intersection of surgery, critical care, and innovation—supporting transplant teams by ensuring donor organs remain viable, functional, and transplant-ready.

Responsibilities

• Preserve Life Outside the Body
  • Independently set up, operate, and manage machine perfusion systems to maintain donor organ viability prior to transplantation.
  • Support normothermic and hypothermic organ perfusion, allowing more organs to be successfully transplanted.
• Utilize Advanced Perfusion Technology
  • Operate state-of-the-art perfusion devices such as OrganOx, TransMedics, and LifePort Kidney Pump systems.
  • Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain perfusion equipment before, during, and after each use.
• Prepare & Cannulate Donor Organs
  • Assist with sterile preparation and cannulation of donor organs.
  • Secure organs to perfusion circuits to ensure continuous oxygenated perfusion.
• Monitor, Assess, and Respond in Real Time
  • Continuously monitor flows, pressures, temperatures, and biochemical markers.
  • Interpret data, recognize early signs of organ dysfunction, and collaborate with physicians to intervene when needed.
  • Respond rapidly and calmly to alarms or changes in perfusion status.
• Collaborate with Elite Transplant Teams
  • Work closely with transplant surgeons, anesthesiologists, transplant coordinators, and OPO partners.
  • Communicate real-time updates on organ condition and escalate concerns without delay.
  • Seamlessly integrate perfusion workflows into transplant surgeries.
• Be There When It Matters Most
  • Participate in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule.
  • Respond on short notice to donor organ arrivals—including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes clinical environments where timing is critical.
• Document & Advance the Program
  • Accurately document perfusion parameters, medications, labs, and observations.
  • Support data collection for quality improvement, outcomes tracking, and program development.
  • Contribute to protocol refinement and emerging best practices in organ preservation.
• Maintain the Highest Standards
  • Uphold strict aseptic technique and hospital safety standards.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory, hospital, and manufacturer requirements.
  • Represent the transplant program with professionalism and integrity.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist, or Surgical Assistant program, OR a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant health science field required.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in a surgical, critical care, or transplant setting required.
• Licensure: See Requisition for Certification/Licensure requirements.

Physical Demands

• Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, climbing (ladder, steps) and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive).
• Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs.
• May be exposed to chemicals, fumes, heat, noise, cold, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $43.04 - $68.86 hourly.

Schedule

Rotating 24/7 on-call schedule.