Surgical Recovery Coordinator managing surgical recovery and supporting families of organ donation patients. Working in a hybrid position with flexible hours at UW Health in Madison, WI.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the surgical recovery portion of the donation process.
Set-up area where organs are flushed, measured and packaged for transport.
Deliver sensitive and compassionate care to patients who are at the end of life and support their families who are grieving. Act as a resource and support person to donor hospital staff before, during and after the organ recovery.
Requirements
Post-secondary education in healthcare field. Relevant certification or experience may be considered in lieu of coursework or degree in addition to the experience listed below Required
Surgical technician or surgical first assistant Preferred
1 year of experience in a surgical and/or pre-hospital environment, including but not limited to functioning as a surgical recovery coordinator, tissue/eye bank specialist, surgical technician, first assistant, first responder experience, circulating nurse. Completion of an accredited surgical technician or medical assistant program, or a closely related program, may be considered in lieu of work experience. Required
1 year of experience as a surgical / organ recovery coordinator, surgical technician or first assistant Preferred
Registered Nurse, Certified Surgical Technologist or EMT, CTP, CFA Preferred.
Benefits
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
Job title
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