Position Description:
Provides anesthesia support under medical direction of the LOH Recovery Surgeon. Key Responsibilities are performed under the direction of the LOH Recovery Surgeon according to the policy and procedures of the Legacy of Hope.
Position Requirements:
Job Requirements: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required:
• Alabama Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist license.
• Current BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.
Shifts: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday Day Shift, with possible call days.
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
The position is responsible for the leadership and oversight of the Family Services Department. The Director, Family Services will ensure delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to donor families while leading efforts resulting in optimal donation authorization outcomes. They will focus on staff development, operational excellence, performance accountability, and aligning daily Family Services operations with organizational priorities. The Director will serve as liaison between Quality and BI department leadership to lead the family services department’s efforts on performance excellence and compliance with internal policies and external regulations. This candidate will act as primary family services senior leadership contact for donor hospitals throughout the donation service area (DSA) and region to facilitate sharing of best practices that focus on increasing the number of potential LoH donors being authorized. The Director, Family Services will collaborate with LoH CEO, COO, directors, and managers throughout the organization to develop strategic goals (both short and long-term), identification of performance improvement opportunities, and strategic action plans so that QAPI and strategic department goals are achieved and exceeded. This position will also perform administrator on call responsibilities as necessary.
Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years experience in an organ procurement organization (OPO) or tissue recovery agency, or at least three (3) years in a clinical leadership role or management role with direct oversight of clinical operations, staff, performance, and strategic initiatives required. Demonstrated experience in family engagement, authorization processes, and customer relationship management required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Extensive experience with and knowledge of OPO operations, regulatory standards and industry best practices may substitute for the formal leadership requirement. Advanced degree in nursing, public relations, business or healthcare administration preferred. Current license/certification in respective field if applicable.
Shifts: full-time
Schedules: shifts vary
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
The Procurement Transplant Coordinator I position allows an individual who may be interested in a career in organ and tissue procurement to become proficient in the protocols and procedures of LOH organ and tissue procurement programs. The PTC 1 learns to facilitate all portions of the organ donation process including referral response, evaluation for suitability, obtaining authorization, performing donor management, organ evaluation and allocation, recovery, and kidney perfusion. The position allows a person on-the-job training until proficiency is obtained.
Must possess qualifications for one of the following: CRT or RRT, LPN, RN, or PA or prior experience as a procurement transplant coordinator for a minimum of 12 months at another organ procurement organization. Public speaking and good interpersonal skills required. Limited travel will be necessary. Current licensure/certification as required by professional organizations in area that employee is degreed (CRT, RRT, LPN, RN, PA) or work experience as a procurement transplant coordinator in another organ procurement organization can substitute for licensure requirement. Current certification of BCLS and/or ACLS completion from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. If hired, employee must obtain CPTC certification within 24 months of hire. Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC) preferred.
Shift: flexi/PRN
Schedule: Shifts Vary
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
The LOH RN Nurse is responsible for provision and management of donor care in a clinical area for maximizing organ donor management. The LOH RN delivers care to donors utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing.
Degree from an accredited school of professional nursing. Two (2) years critical care clinical nursing experience required. Current Alabama RN license. Current CPR certification or must be obtained within 30 days of employment. ACLS.
Shifts: flexi/PRN
Schedules: varies
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
The Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician will report directly to the LOH Tissue Manager for all administrative support. Under direct supervision of the Procurement Team Leader, the Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician is responsible for assistance in the procurement, packaging, and transportation of bone, soft tissue, and heart for valve for distribution to the designated tissue processor. Responsibilities include on-call status.
High school diploma; One (1) year medical, surgical, EMT or nursing experience required. Educational experience in nursing and/or medical school program may be considered.
Familiarity with anatomy, aseptic technique, principles of sterile fields, and surgical instruments is preferred. Experience in the field of orthopaedics is preferred.
Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured for company vehicles. May be required to drive personal vehicle. Liability coverage of $100,000.00 per person and $300,000.00 per accident for personal vehicle is required.
Shift: Shifts will Vary
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
The Clinical Educator, Organ Work System (OWS) oversees the development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of a procurement transplant coordinator (PTC) training program through LOH’s donation service area. This individual will facilitate initial, on-going and annual training/competencies for all PTCs with input from Education & Training Leadership and OWS Leadership. In conjunction with Education and Training and the OWS leadership teams, this individual will be responsible for the assessment, evaluation, development and presentation of clinical competencies and training as needed for other clinical and non-clinical staff such as partner services staff, family support coordinators/donation advocates, clinical response coordinators, and donation support coordinators. The Clinical Educator, OWS will routinely assess and update the PTC education programs and provide guidance to OWS leadership regarding OPO policies to ensure they meet the needs of OWS staff and reflect changes in industry, federal, state, and local regulations, standards, or practices.
Required: Minimum two years’ experience as a procurement transplant coordinator, clinical response coordinator, perfusion coordinator, or other clinical-based position within an OPO, who can demonstrate competence performing the processes of referral response, authorization, donor management, organ allocation, surgical recovery, and import allocation. In lieu of clinical experience within an OPO, must possess a minimum of three years’ experience as an RN, CRNP, PA, or MD within an ICU unit. Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications to include Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Preferred: Bachelors level education in a clinical or healthcare-related field of study. Appropriate professional licensure related to degree. Knowledge or experience with policy, procedure, and regulatory issues governing organ procurement. Prior preceptor or supervisory experience.
Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator. Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured.
Shifts: Shifts will Vary
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
This position will serve as a liaison between donor families and the Legacy of Hope (LOH), UAB, as well as donor hospitals. The Aftercare Coordinator will act as a conduit through which all anonymous mail between donor families and recipients is channeled, and will also assist donor families through the grieving process, while maintaining good rapport and professionalism with all clients and coworkers.
Required: Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year experience in program development and implementation. Previous counseling experience. Preferred: Degree in Psychology/Master’s in Counseling.
Shifts: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Coordinates many elements of Legacy of Hope’s quality management system, to include documentation and coordination of complaints, errors, deviations, investigations, and corrective and preventative actions. Serves as the System Administrator for the organization’s electronic quality management system and conducts staff and new hire training related to quality systems. Maintains the organization’s policy and procedure documentation and engineering change process. Manages the organization’s Supplier Corrective Action process. Collaborates with external suppliers and stakeholders regarding investigation of non-conformances and corrective/preventive actions. Serves as a data and quality liaison regarding organizational quality systems data housed within the electronic quality management system (QMS). This position will serve as the primary resource for managing all data and delivering reports related to the QMS. This position should be able to work independently for data mining, sorting, and preparing various qualitative and quantitative reports for Legacy of Hope.
Bachelor’s or professional degree, i.e., LPN, RN, PA, etc. Three (3) years of quality assurance or quality control experience in a healthcare or related regulated industry. Preferred: Experience in healthcare field in ancillary capacity. Five (5) years of quality assurance or quality control experience in a healthcare or related regulated industry. Preferred Certifications: Certified Tissue Bank Specialist certification or North American Transplant Coordinators Organization Certification. Certification from ASQ or Six Sigma.
Shift: Full-time
Schedule: Varies
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Interacts with hospital staff in a professional manner to meet the needs of the hospital, the potential donor family and Legacy of Hope. Primary responsibility is to offer the option of organ, tissue, and eye donation for transplantation and/or medical research to families of potential donors or will inform families of a potential donor’s first person authorization. Coordinates and facilitates emotional support during and after the discussion of donation and throughout the donation process. The FSC must remain aware and sensitive to diversity of all kinds (cultural, religious, educational, etc.). Must be able to present information/outcomes in formal and informal settings (public speaking). Will be expected, at times, to provide initial evaluation of potential organ donors. Establish and maintain close working relationships with local medical examiners/coroners. Must be able to work variable hours with call responsibilities. Position requires 10-15 days per month of 24 hour call, including holidays and weekends. Position may require deployment to another region during on call shift.
Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, or other healthcare-related field (physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmaceutical sales). Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured. Grief support experience preferred.
Shifts: Full-time, AM
Schedules: Monday – Friday
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
The Process Improvement (PI) Analyst assists in identification and delivery of Continuous Process Improvement initiatives throughout Legacy of Hope. The PI Analyst will facilitate targeted process improvement activities through the use of improvement tools and methodologies including Process Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Lean, Six Sigma and Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) to deliver measurable impact on organizational goals. The PI Analyst will bring leadership, work systems, and stakeholders together and work with them to apply process improvement methodologies to new or existing processes. Examples of successful outcomes may include eliminating non-value added steps, reducing errors, reducing unnecessary costs, providing exceptional service to stakeholders, and ultimately increasing the ability to maximize the number of transplantable organs and tissues available to recipients.
Required: Bachelor’s degree in business or in a health related field; experience in Process or Performance Improvement methodologies or experience with organ and/or tissue donation and/or transplantation. Preferred: Advanced software and database skills (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, QI Macros). Required: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or must obtain within first year of hire. Preferred: Black Belt Certification and/or Project Management Certification.
Shift: Full-time
Schedule: Shifts will vary
Entity: UA Health Services Foundation
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
The Clinical Response Coordinator (CRC) is an integral role within the organ donation process at Legacy of Hope (LoH). The CRC will be responsible for performing on-site visits to donor hospitals within their coverage area. They, in conjunction with the administrator on call, will determine initial suitability of potential organ and tissue donors. This will be done by communicating and interacting with hospital and physician staff in collaborative and professional ways. The CRC will evaluate specific case dynamics and determine which information is clinically significant and should be communicated to the hospital teams and Legacy of Hope staff who are off-site. They will also assess available clinical data found in medical record or bedside assessment to determine initial medical suitability for donation. The CRC will encourage implementation of catastrophic brain injury guidelines as appropriate based upon their clinical judgement. In situations when needed, the CRC will also be expected to identify and support the needs of the potential donor family and offer them information about donation opportunities (organ and tissue). After authorization is obtained, the CRC will coordinate the transport of blood for serological testing and tissue typing to the appropriate laboratories. They will also initiate individualized case donor management, after brain death is declared, to ensure donor stability while coordinating arrival of procurement transplant coordinator (PTC) or critical care transport (CCT) to donor’s location. Donor management could include ordering and interpreting labs, ensuring appropriate fluid maintenance, and implementing vasoactive and hemodynamic supportive medications as required by the donor’s status. They will obtain required information from the hospital medical record to be transferred with patients from the donor hospital location to the donor recovery center as appropriate.
The Clinical Response Coordinator will also be able to perform specific partner services activities as directed by their supervisor. Those responsibilities may include but not be limited to: rounding through units to build relationships, presenting information/outcomes to hospital staff members in both formal and informal settings, and participating in education about donor suitability, brain death testing, specific donation processes, etc. This position requires 12-15 days of 24-hour call per month.
Associate’s degree in a medical or related field and one (1) year of experience in nursing, as an EMT, Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist, Social Worker, or experience in the donation industry required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Preferred: Hospital experience, crisis intervention, and/or grief support. Requires: Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured. Preferred: Currently licensed/certified as a Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist, Social Worker, or related.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p Some shifts may vary
Location: 502 Building
Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.
The Quality assurance coordinator I is responsible for review of donor files and coordinates the release of confidential donor and recipient information to outside agencies. Performs internal/external audits and assists in replying to audits from outside agencies. The coordinator will participate in continuous improvement initiatives and must demonstrate a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Bachelor’s or professional degree, i.e., LPN, RN, PA, etc. Previous experience within an organ procurement organization, tissue bank, or the donation industry acceptable in lieu of education requirement.
Preferred: Experience in healthcare field in ancillary capacity. One year of quality assurance or quality control experience in a healthcare or related field.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required: N/A
Preferred: Certified Tissue Bank Specialist certification or North American Transplant Coordinators Organization Certification
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way. (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs; and (12) knowledge of and ability to use database systems effectively.
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Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p Shift Varies
Location: 502 Building
Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.
Responsible for ensuring the organization is in compliance with all regulatory requirements and accrediting standards including, but not limited to, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) (Hospital and OPO), Federal Drug Administration (FDA), Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN)/United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB), and Joint Commission. Collaborates with University Hospital to ensure that the LOH Donor Recovery Center meets Hospital Conditions of Participation as outlined by CMS and Joint Commission accrediting standards. Performs internal and external audits as determined by the audit schedule. Effectively communicates changes to the organization’s regulatory environment and works under the guidance of the Quality and Compliance Manager to ensure continuous regulatory compliance to all requirements and standards. Maintains the audit schedule and ensures that the organization is continuously prepared for audits. Maintains accreditation files and is current with all survey and resurvey cycles e.g., CMS (4 year), AATB (3 year), FDA (2 year), UNOS (2 year) etc. Assists in reporting data to regulatory agencies on policy violations with appropriate approval.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Bachelor’s or professional degree, i.e., LPN, RN, PA, etc. Three years of quality assurance or quality control experience in a healthcare or related regulated industry.
Preferred: Experience in quality assurance, quality control, and/or internal/external auditing. Previous experience in an OPO or tissue bank.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required: N/A
Preferred: Certified Tissue Bank Specialist certification or North American Transplant Coordinators Organization Certification. Certification from ASQ.
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
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Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-5 shifts may vary
Location: 502 Building
The Process Improvement (PI) Analyst assists in the identification and delivery of Continuous Process Improvement initiatives throughout Legacy of Hope. The PI Analyst will facilitate targeted process improvement activities through the use of improvement tools and methodologies including Process Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Lean, Six Sigma and Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) to deliver measurable impact on organizational goals. The PI Analyst will bring leadership, work systems, and stakeholders together and work with them to apply process improvement methodologies to new or existing processes. Examples of successful outcomes may include eliminating non-value added steps, reducing errors, reducing unnecessary costs, providing exceptional service to stakeholders, and ultimately increasing the ability to maximize the number of transplantable organs and tissues available to recipients.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in business or in a health related field; experience in Process or Performance Improvement methodologies or experience with organ and/or tissue donation and/or transplantation.
Preferred: Advanced software and database skills (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, QI Macros)
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or must obtain within first year of hire.
Preferred: Black Belt Certification and/or Project Management Certification.
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
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Schedule: Per diem, shifts vary
Location: 502 Building
The Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician will report directly to the LOH Tissue Manager for all administrative support. Under direct supervision of the Procurement Team Leader, the Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician is responsible for assistance in the procurement, packaging, and transportation of bone, soft tissue, and heart for valve for distribution to the designated tissue processor. Responsibilities include on-call status.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: High school diploma; One (1) year medical, surgical, EMT or nursing experience required. Educational experience in nursing and/or medical school program may be considered.
Preferred: Familiarity with anatomy, aseptic technique, principles of sterile fields, and surgical instruments. Experience in the field of orthopaedics.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required: Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured for company vehicles. May be required to drive personal vehicle. Liability coverage of $100,000.00 per person and $300,000.00 per accident for personal vehicle is required.
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.
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Position Description:
Manage the financial operations of Legacy of Hope to comply with UAHSF processes and Medicare regulatory Cost Report requirements. Compile financial data for annual Medicare Cost Report.
Position Requirements:
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p
Location: 502 Building
Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.
Required: BS in Accounting or Business related field. Seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Experience with Microsoft Office software packages Word, Excel, and Access.
Preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: BS in Accounting or Business related field. Seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Experience with Microsoft Office software packages Word, Excel, and Access.
Preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required: None required.
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, or unusual situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
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Position Description:
Liaison between donor families and the LOH, UAB, as well as donor hospitals. To act as a conduit through which all anonymous mail between donor families and recipients is channeled and to assist the donor families through their grieving process while maintaining good rapport and professionalism with all clients and co-workers.
Schedule: M-F, 8-5 some shifts may vary
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Bachelor’s degree. One to three years experience in program development and implementation. Previous counseling experience. Basic knowledge of Microsoft applications.
Preferred: Degree in Psychology/Master’s in Counseling. Experience and familiarity with medical terms and healthcare.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required:
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
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Position Description:
Work Schedule: PRN – Hours Vary
The Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician will report directly to the LOH Tissue Manager for all administrative support. Under direct supervision of the Procurement Team Leader, the Per Diem Tissue Procurement Technician is responsible for assistance in the procurement, packaging, and transportation of bone, soft tissue, and heart for valve for distribution to the designated tissue processor. Responsibilities include on-call status.
Position Requirements:
Required: High school diploma; One (1) year medical, surgical, EMT or nursing experience required. Educational experience in nursing and/or medical school program may be considered.
Preferred: Familiarity with anatomy, aseptic technique, principles of sterile fields, and surgical instruments. Experience in the field of orthopaedics.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required: Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured for company vehicles. May be required to drive personal vehicle. Liability coverage of $100,000.00 per person and $300,000.00 per accident for personal vehicle is required.
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
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Position Description:
The Clinical Response Coordinator (CRC) is an integral role within the organ donation process at Legacy of Hope (LoH). The CRC will be responsible for performing on-site visits to donor hospitals within their coverage area. They, in conjunction with the administrator on call, will determine initial suitability of potential organ and tissue donors. This will be done by communicating and interacting with hospital and physician staff in collaborative and professional ways. The CRC will evaluate specific case dynamics and determine which information is clinically significant and should be communicated to the hospital teams and Legacy of Hope staff who are off-site. They will also assess available clinical data found in medical record or bedside assessment to determine initial medical suitability for donation. The CRC will encourage implementation of catastrophic brain injury guidelines as appropriate based upon their clinical judgement. In situations when needed, the CRC will also be expected to identify and support the needs of the potential donor family and offer them information about donation opportunities (organ and tissue). After authorization is obtained, the CRC will coordinate the transport of blood for serological testing and tissue typing to the appropriate laboratories. They will also initiate individualized case donor management, after brain death is declared, to ensure donor stability while coordinating arrival of procurement transplant coordinator (PTC) or critical care transport (CCT) to donor’s location. Donor management could include ordering and interpreting labs, ensuring appropriate fluid maintenance, and implementing vasoactive and hemodynamic supportive medications as required by the donor’s status. They will obtain required information from the hospital medical record to be transferred with patients from the donor hospital location to the donor recovery center as appropriate.
The Clinical Response Coordinator will also be able to perform specific partner services activities as directed by their supervisor. Those responsibilities may include but not be limited to: rounding through units to build relationships, presenting information/outcomes to hospital staff members in both formal and informal settings, and participating in education about donor suitability, brain death testing, specific donation processes, etc. This position requires 12-15 days of 24-hour call per month.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Degree in a medical or related field. Previous experience in donation industry may substitute for education requirement.
Preferred: Hospital experience, crisis intervention, and/or grief support. Certification in donation-related role.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:
Required: Currently licensed/certified as a Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist, Social Worker, or related. Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured.
TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work; (3) work independently and on a flexible schedule; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer’s perceived needs.
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