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UW Health

RN - Organ Procurement Coordinator

Madison, WI · On-site

$43.52 - $65.28/hr

UW Organ and Tissue Donation is one of the highest performing Organ Procurement Organizations in the United States. We are seeking an Registered Nurse (RN) Organ Procurement Coordinator : * Critical ...

CommonSpirit Health

The Organ Donor Coordinator position communicates with all members of the Organ Procurement Organization (OPO), recovery and transplant teams, and recipient candidate and family to ensure proper ...

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How much do organ procurement jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for organ procurement in the United States is $95,876.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Are Organ Procurement Jobs?

Organ procurement jobs focus on one aspect of the transplant process. There are also professionals whose responsibilities involve taking steps to coordinate the different aspects of organ procurement. As a donor information coordinator, you create case files for donors, while the duties of an organ procurement coordinator include assessing information when organs become available, overseeing transport of the organ, and preparing the transplant recipient. A transplant physician evaluates the patient and screens the organ to ensure a match. Your duties as a preservationist are to ensure that the organ remains functional during the transportation process and inside the operating room.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Organ Procurement, and why are they important?

To thrive in Organ Procurement, you need a background in healthcare or life sciences, knowledge of human anatomy, and relevant certifications such as Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC). Familiarity with donor management systems, organ preservation techniques, and regulatory compliance tools is essential. Strong communication, emotional intelligence, and the ability to work under pressure are critical soft skills for this role. These skills ensure ethical, efficient organ recovery and transplantation processes, ultimately saving lives and supporting donor families.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals in organ procurement, and how can they be managed?

Organ procurement professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple medical teams, handling time-sensitive logistics, and managing emotional interactions with donor families. These roles require strong communication skills, adaptability, and emotional resilience to ensure the process runs smoothly. Support from experienced colleagues, clear protocols, and ongoing training can help professionals navigate these challenges while maintaining the highest standards of care and ethical practice.

What is organ procurement?

Organ procurement is the process of identifying potential organ donors, obtaining consent from families, surgically removing organs from deceased or living donors, and transporting them to hospitals where they are transplanted into patients in need. This process involves coordination among hospitals, organ procurement organizations, and transplant teams to ensure organs are recovered safely and efficiently. The ultimate goal is to save lives by providing healthy organs to recipients with end-stage organ failure.

What is the difference between Organ Procurement vs Organ Transplant Coordinator?

AspectOrgan ProcurementOrgan Transplant Coordinator
CertificationsCPR, organ procurement certifications, clinical licensesRN or transplant-specific certifications, CPR
Work EnvironmentHospitals, organ procurement organizations, surgical settingsHospitals, transplant centers, outpatient clinics
Primary ResponsibilitiesIdentify donors, coordinate organ retrieval, ensure legal complianceManage transplant patients, coordinate organ allocation, post-transplant care

Organ Procurement specialists focus on identifying donors and retrieving organs, while Organ Transplant Coordinators manage the transplant process and patient care. Both roles require medical knowledge and certification, but their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

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ORGAN PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR

CENTER FOR ORGAN RECOVERY AND EDUCA

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The position of Organ Procurement Coordinator for the Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) is one of significant responsibility. He/She is responsible for donor evaluation and management at hospitals within CORE’s service area. He/She also is the designated requestor for CORE’s DSA and is responsible for talking with families about the opportunity to donate and obtaining and/or documenting authorization. He/She is responsible for coordination of operating room staff involved in the recoveries. He/She is responsible for the perfusion and preservation of post-mortem organs.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Organ Procurement Coordinator reports to CORE’s Director, Clinical Operations. When involved in donor activity, however, the Organ Procurement Coordinator works under the direction of the CORE administrator on call. The Organ Procurement Coordinator is responsible for donor evaluation and management of potential and actual donors within CORE’s service area and, in some cases, hospitals throughout the United States and Canada. He/She will be responsible for the importation and exportation of post-mortem organs. He/She will be responsible for knowing and working within CORE and national policies regarding organ and tissue recovery and distribution. He/She will be responsible functioning as a designated requestor and for communicating donor case outcomes to donor families, donor hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare professionals as deemed necessary. He/She occasionally will assist the CORE Professional Services Liaison team in delivering educational programs for healthcare professionals and attending key physician meetings as requested. He/She may be assigned other job-related functions by the Director, Clinical Operations and/or members of CORE’s Leadership Team.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

The position of Organ Procurement Coordinator requires that someone be a registered nurse, physicians assistant, respiratory therapist, ora paramedic. Candidates that have prior experience with an Organ Procurement Organization, a Master of Science in Human Donation Science,  4+ years’ experience in other critical care related fields, or a four-year degree in one of the health sciences may be considered.  Critical care experience is preferred.He/She must have strong communication, interpersonal skills and sound judgment.  On scheduled days of call, he/she must be available to work up to 24 hours.  He/She must possess the ability to lift and carry equipment weighing sixty 60 pounds or more.  He/She must demonstrate a commitment to the donation process, strong professional work ethic and advanced leadership skills. 

 DEGREE OF JOB DIFFICULTY

The degree of job difficulty for the Organ Procurement Coordinator falls into the significant range.  Inadvertent errors or mistakes could result in the death of a transplant recipient.  Misinformation to families, healthcare professionals or the public in general could have an adverse effect on the donation process.  Personal development is essential to keep abreast of the current trends in organ/tissue donation and transplantation.  Misinformation could cause internal and external problems with regard to CORE and national transplant policies.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS

None.                    

EEO Statement

CORE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), dedicated to building a work culture of integrity, compassion, and respect. As an EEO employer, we support an inclusive workplace where all can excel based on their merit, qualifications, experience, and job performance. We do not discriminate, tolerate harassment, or condone retaliation of any kind.

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