Surgical Technologist/Surgical Recovery Coordinator

About the role

New Mexico Donor Services is seeking a Surgical Recovery Coordinator to play a vital role in saving and enhancing lives through the surgical removal, preservation, packaging, and distribution of organs.

Responsibilities

• Captures and assists in the surgical recovery, preservation, and packaging of organs and specimens in collaboration 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.
• Captures 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.
• Captures and assists with fly outs and fly backs.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• One to two years of experience in the operating room or recent graduate of a certified surgical technician program.
• A health-related certification and ISOP Level 1 by completion of the first year.
• A working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications and basic data entry skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• One to two years of experience in the operating room or recent graduate of a certified surgical technician program.
• Health-related certification and ISOP Level 1 by completion of the first year.
• A working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications and basic data entry skills.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

• Up to 176 hours (22, 8-hour days) of Paid Time Off (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 DCI.

Pay

• Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

• Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the job.

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 organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: Sierra Donor Services and Tennessee Donor Services with operations in the states of California, New Mexico, and Tennessee. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Vet/Disability.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

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.