Organ Machine Perfusion Specialist (Technician, EMT, Paramedic level)

Overview

Organ Machine Perfusion Specialist (Technician, EMT, Paramedic level) at New England Donor Services.

The Organ Machine Perfusion Specialist plays a critical role in advancing the mission by increasing organ utilization through machine perfusion technologies. Works under the guidance of the Manager of Organ Machine Perfusion, responsible for perfusion and preservation of organs for transplant using various organ machine perfusion methods. Collaborates with organ recovery teams, travels to donor hospitals for organ recoveries on a rotating on-call basis. Strong teamwork, adaptability, attention to detail, and dedication to quality and precision are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage various organ perfusion devices, including ex vivo perfusion and hypothermic or normothermic machine perfusion systems.
• Prepare perfusion equipment and solutions according to established protocols.
• Monitor organ function and perfusion parameters throughout the preservation process.
• Perform laboratory testing, such as blood gas analysis and metabolic assessments, to evaluate organ viability.
• Perform functions necessary for the perfusion, support, measurement, and assessment of donor organs while on organ machine perfusion device.
• Maintain detailed documentation of all perfusion and preservation procedures, adhering to regulatory standards and organizational protocols.
• Follow strict infection control, sterile field, and biohazard protocols to ensure safety and quality during all aspects of organ preservation and handling.
• Coordinate with surgeons, transplant coordinators, and other clinical team members to align perfusion protocols, facilitate communication, and meet specific case requirements.
• Fulfills a variable call schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holiday coverage as needed, and may change with or without notice depending on department needs.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with 24 hour on-call shifts. Shifts begin at 8 : 00am and end at 8 : 00am. In a 6 week (42 day) period, on-call 28 days, including 8 weekend days and 20 weekdays. Expect to work overnights, holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands

The following are representative of the physical demands : lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing / pulling carts weighing 50-100 pounds, prolonged standing and sitting, travel and perfusion device setup.

Benefits & Culture

You will be part of a team that supports the NEDS mission, Save and Heal Lives, through organ and tissue donation. Benefits include :

Additional information : HIRING ALERT – COVID-19 precautions; vaccination and boosting required. Equal opportunity employer. Hear from employees at www.neds.org / careers

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