Organ Donation Coordinator

Organ Donation Coordinator

Join Oregon Health & Science University as an Organ Donation Coordinator (ODC) in the Cascade Life Alliance (CLA) Donor Service Area (DSA) hospitals covering Oregon, southern Washington, and southwest Idaho.

Base pay range: $93,392 - $149,156 per year.

• Evaluate medical suitability of potential organ donors, using clinical records, history, physical examination, and current clinical status.
• Independently manage the clinical stability of the donor patient in critical care and coordinate with the AOC/Medical Director when appropriate.
• Request and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests needed for donor evaluation and clinical management.
• Coordinate organ placement in accordance with organizational allocation policies and UNOS policy.
• Lead coordination of transportation and logistics for local and external recovery programs, preparing for operative phase.
• Implement quality assurance measures in compliance with regulatory requirements for organ procurement and transplantation.

• Communicate effectively, coordinate processes, and collaborate with hospital staff, CLA colleagues, and partner agencies.
• Maintain understanding of each hospital’s culture, policies, and best practices.
• Serve as an in‑person consultant, educator, and subject‑matter expert for healthcare partners, providing real‑time troubleshooting, problem solving, and relationship building.
• Provide timely feedback with the hospital development department to ensure continued collaboration.

• Collaborate with the Donation and Family Advocate (DFA) team to facilitate authorization or disclosure with the legal next of kin.
• Conduct donor risk assessment interviews with the identified surrogate of the potential organ donor.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to donor families throughout the case, connecting them to available hospital, community, and social resources.

• Bachelor’s of Science with a healthcare‑related focus or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of recent relevant clinical or donation‑related experience.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

• Extensive clinical healthcare knowledge with ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and prioritization in stressful environments.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with high emotional intelligence and situational awareness.
• Flexibility to work unpredictable, extended hours and shifts, independently or as part of a team.

• American Board for Transplant Certification CPTC credential.
• Experience as an organ procurement coordinator.
• Requirement to obtain CPTC certification within two years of hire.
• Critical care experience in pediatrics, neurosurgery, medical‑surgical, cardiovascular, trauma, or emergency medicine.
• Leadership experience as charge or resource nurse and background caring for donor patients and families.

The ODC works for a 12‑24 hour period per shift and may travel via commercial aircraft and vehicle.

• Healthcare options covered 100% for full‑time employees and 88% for dependents; $25,000 term life insurance provided at no cost.
• Two above‑market pension plans to choose from.
• Vacation up to 200 hours per year based on length of service.
• Sick leave up to 96 hours per year.
• 8 paid holidays per year.
• Substantial Tri‑met and C‑Tran discounts.
• Additional programs: tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program (EAP).

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal‑opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply.

Contact the affirmative action and equal opportunity department at 503‑494‑5148 or aaeo for reasonable accommodations.