What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intestine Transplant Coordinator position at Cleveland Clinic?
Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As Transplant Coordinator, you will coordinate all Transplant Program activities for the hospital. In this role, you will evaluate potential transplant candidates, arrange care during transplant, communicate patient conditions and more. You will also serve as an educator, providing patients and families with information related to the entire transplant process. This position is an excellent opportunity to not only enhance the treatment experience but also gain new skills, knowledge and expertise in the field.
A caregiver in this position works a hybrid schedule at Main Campus - Crile Building, from 7:00AM—5:30PM, with on-call requirements.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Minimum Annual Salary: $69,600.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $106,132.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
As Transplant Coordinator, you will coordinate all Transplant Program activities for the hospital. In this role, you will evaluate potential transplant candidates, arrange care during transplant, communicate patient conditions and more. You will also serve as an educator, providing patients and families with information related to the entire transplant process. This position is an excellent opportunity to not only enhance the treatment experience but also gain new skills, knowledge and expertise in the field.
A caregiver in this position works a hybrid schedule at Main Campus - Crile Building, from 7:00AM—5:30PM, with on-call requirements.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Assess potential transplant candidate patient with the transplant physician.
- Facilitate plan of care and symptom management per physician recommendations.
- Provide education to patients and family members regarding all phases of the transplant process.
- Coordinate scheduling for follow-up appointments.
- Review and collate medical information received from referring physicians for patients seeking or undergoing transplant evaluation.
- Facilitate tissue typing of recipient and donor and arrange timing and collection of pre-testing before transplant.
- Serve as a contact person for peri-transplant evaluation for physician and patient/family and/or insurance companies.
- Prepare abstract and present case to selection committee.
- Place patients on the national waiting list for transplantation.
- Coordinate all activities related to organ acquisition, including evaluation of the donor workup information.
- Coordinate with hospital unit personnel in the discharge of post-transplant patients and living donor patients.
- Provide immediate assessment and delivery of care in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Monitor post-transplant patient status (e.g., physical, emotional, complications, S&S rejection, infection, etc.) and communicate to providers appropriately.
- Assess recipient compliance with medications and treatment plan and collaborates with transplant team to initiate changes in drug/treatment plan as indicated
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Dietitian (RD)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- One year of experience in acute care, medical/surgical, or ambulatory setting within a hospital environment.
- Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Requires full range of body motion, manual finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
- Requires working under stressful conditions and working irregular hours.
- Must be willing to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Minimum Annual Salary: $69,600.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $106,132.50
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
Salary : $69,600 - $106,133