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How much do organ donor driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for organ donor driver in the United States is $28.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $37.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an organ donor driver?

Organ Donor Drivers are professionals responsible for transporting donated organs, tissues, and sometimes transplant teams between hospitals, donor sites, and transplant centers. Their role is critical in ensuring that organs are delivered quickly and safely to maximize the chances of successful transplantation. They often work under time-sensitive conditions, following strict protocols to maintain the viability of the organs. These drivers may work for hospitals, organ procurement organizations, or specialized medical transport companies.

What are some common challenges faced by organ donor drivers, and how are they addressed?

Organ donor drivers often work under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations, as timely delivery is critical for successful transplants. Navigating traffic, coordinating with medical teams, and adhering to strict protocols for handling organs can be demanding. To address these challenges, drivers receive specialized training in safe transport procedures and communication, and typically work closely with dispatchers and transplant coordinators to ensure smooth handoffs and real-time updates. Supportive team environments and well-established protocols help manage stress and ensure the highest standards of care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an organ donor driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Organ Donor Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), excellent driving record, and a thorough understanding of time-sensitive medical transportation protocols. Familiarity with GPS navigation, cold storage equipment, and compliance with health and safety regulations is essential. Reliability, discretion, and strong communication skills help ensure smooth coordination with medical teams and respect for the sensitive nature of organ transport. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining safety, timeliness, and the integrity of life-saving organ deliveries.

What is the difference between Organ Donor Driver vs Ambulance Driver?

AspectOrgan Donor DriverAmbulance Driver
Required CredentialsDriver's license, possibly specialized training for organ transportDriver's license, EMT certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentTransporting organs between hospitals, often in controlled environmentsResponding to emergencies, transporting patients in urgent situations
Employer & IndustryHospitals, organ procurement organizationsEmergency medical services, hospitals

While both roles involve driving and healthcare settings, Organ Donor Drivers focus on transporting organs safely between facilities, requiring specialized handling and certifications. Ambulance Drivers respond to emergencies, transporting patients quickly and often in unpredictable conditions. Understanding these differences helps clarify the unique responsibilities of each role.

What qualifications do you need to transport organs as an organ donor driver?

To work as an organ donor driver, candidates typically need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and sometimes specialized training in handling and transporting sensitive medical materials. Knowledge of proper safety protocols and the ability to work under tight schedules are also important qualifications.
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Infographic showing various Organ Donor Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,642 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Organ Donation Coordinator I - ICU level RN/RT

New England Donor Services

Boston, MA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Company Description

Join our award-winning team and be part of an organization recognized as the Boston Business Journal's #3 Best Places to Work in 2025 and the Boston Globe's Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts from 2018-2025!

Our mission to save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation unites our employees and inspires our work every day.

New England Donor Services (NEDS) coordinates organ and tissue donation in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, the eastern counties of Vermont and Bermuda. Responsible for one of the largest of the 55 Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) that make up the nation’s donation system, NEDS works with over 200 hospitals and serves nearly 15 million people in our region, screening nearly 55,000 potential donor referrals annually. With nearly $150M in operating revenues, NEDS employs 399 clinical and non-clinical staff members throughout New England and across the country.

Our vision is to be a leader in the development and implementation of strategies to increase the life-saving and life-enhancing gifts of organ and tissue donation through effective relationships with our clinical partners, donor families and the communities we serve.

Job Description

New England Donor Services is seeking an experienced ICU RN, Critical Care RN, Trauma Nurse or Critical Care Respiratory Therapist  to join our team. As a Donation Coordinator you will respond on-site to organ donor referrals to provide clinical expertise in donor evaluation, donor management, organ allocation and organ recovery.

Now interviewing for the next New Hire Donation Academy Orientation class scheduled for September 2026 for our Fulltime 36 Hours a week - Nights Hybrid position. 

Ideal candidates lives within an hour of Boston and Boston North - MA 

You will blend high level clinical and people skills to educate hospital staff on the donation process, work with donor families to obtain consent for donation and work with multiple surgical teams and critical care staff to optimize organs for transplantation. Success in this role requires a self-assured professional who has keen clinical assessment skills, the ability to be flexible and remain calm and effective in highly charged and clinically complex situations.

Schedule:

  • Orientation: After a general company wide week long onsite (Waltham, MA) orientation, you will participate in a specialized organ donation training program.
  • The New Hire Donation Academy is 3 days/week for first 3 weeks in Waltham office (generally Tuesday through Thursday on a day shift) and additional training in Waltham office throughout orientation program. Once the classroom training is completed, new hires will participate in a mix of 16-hour day and 12-hour night on-call shifts.  Average 14 shifts per 4-week schedule + trainings + meetings. Significant travel with personal vehicle throughout all of New England is expected. Mileage and other reimbursements available.
  • Independent: 12-hour night shifts, 8:00pm -8:00am shift.  (3 shifts per week, on a 4 week schedule - up to  40hrs week ) + trainings + meetings. Significant travel with personal vehicle throughout New England is expected. Mileage and other reimbursements available.
Qualifications

Optimal candidates have critical care or trauma experience with medical/clinical credentials including experience managing complicated clinical event

  • Must have valid driver’s license and insurance (extensive driving throughout New England is required) and have reliable transportation.
  • Ideal candidate must have the following:
    • Critical thinking skills and keen clinical assessment skills
    • Be compassionate and have conflict resolution skills
    • Able to sit, stand or bend for extended period of time
    • Have great work ethic and be forward thinking

**This position requires travel to Waltham Headquarters and various hospitals throughout New England 

Candidates will be required to travel by personal vehicle to meet the duties and responsibilities of this position. Must maintain the requirements of an “eligible driver” including being at least 21 years old, maintaining an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and required minimum personal automobile insurance per NEDS automobile policy.

Education and Experience:

  • 3-5 years clinical experience/critical care experience and a Bachelor’s Degree preferred CPTC Certification a plus
  • Ideal candidates lives within an hour of Boston and Boston North - MA 

What You’ll Be a Part Of:

You will be part of a team that supports the NEDS mission, to Save and Heal Lives, through the gift of Organ and Tissue Donation.  As an NEDS employee, our benefits include:

  • Generous paid time-off program
  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health insurance coverage
  • 2x Annual Salary Life Insurance
  • Fertility Benefits
  • Inclusive Healthcare Programs
  • Flex Spending Account Options
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Organizational Contributions
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pet Insurance
  • Working Advantage discounts Program.
  • Personal career and skill development opportunities

You can also participate in Corporate sponsored events like the annual Blue & Green Walk, Community Volunteering opportunities, Organization-wide team-building outings, and more!

Now interviewing for the next New Hire Donation Academy Orientation class scheduled for September 2026 for our Fulltime 36 Hours a week - Nights Hybrid position. 


Additional Information

HIRING ALERT: NEDS continues to take precautions to protect our community, staff and partners from COVID-19. In order to be employed at NEDS, you must be vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19.

When you join New England Donor Services you can expect competitive salaries and a great benefit package. Benefits include a generous paid time off program, BCBS Health and Dental Insurance, Healthcare Reimbursement Account, 2x Annual Salary Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, 403(b) Retirement Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program and Discounts through Working Advantage.

New England Donor Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply to meet the needs of the communities we serve.

Hear from some of our employees at www.neds.org/careers