Donor Procurement Coordinator

About the role

The Donor Procurement Coordinator supports the Transplant Center by managing organ offers, evaluating suitability, and coordinating procurement logistics. This remote position works variable 12‑hour day/night shifts on a rotating schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for organ offers from local, regional, and national procurement organizations.
• Organize and dispatch the procurement team to donor sites within required time frames.
• Coordinate air or ground transportation of organs and ensure compliance with OPTN/UNOS documentation requirements.
• Assist in training staff on organ preservation and orient new residents and fellows.
• Collect, analyze, and report data on potential donors and accepted organs, entering information into the transplant database.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a science‑related field or a degree/diploma from an accredited Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, or Paramedic program.
• At least one year of experience as an organ procurement coordinator or clinical experience in critical care.
• Valid licensure as a Registered Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, or Emergency Medical Technician‑Paramedic.

Required skills

• Knowledge of OPTN/UNOS regulations and transplant documentation.
• Ability to coordinate logistics for organ transport, including air and ground travel.
• Proficiency in data entry and reporting within transplant databases.