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Be part of the future of transplantation.
The Solid Organ Preservationist plays a critical, hands-on role in saving lives by preserving donor organs outside the body using cutting-edge machine perfusion technology. This position sits at the intersection of surgery, critical care, and innovation-supporting transplant teams by ensuring donor organs remain viable, functional, and transplant-ready.
Working side-by-side with transplant surgeons, anesthesiologists, and organ procurement teams, you will operate advanced perfusion platforms (including OrganOx and TransMedics) to support liver and other solid organ transplants. This is a highly specialized, high-impact clinical role where your expertise directly expands transplant opportunities for patients.
Due to the time-sensitive nature of transplantation, this role includes rotating on-call coverage, nights, weekends, and holidays.
What You'll Do
Preserve Life Outside the Body

• Independently set up, operate, and manage machine perfusion systems to maintain donor organ viability prior to transplantation.
• Support normothermic and hypothermic organ perfusion, allowing more organs to be successfully transplanted.

Operate Advanced Perfusion Technology

• Utilize state-of-the-art perfusion devices such as OrganOx, TransMedics, and LifePort Kidney Pump systems.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain perfusion equipment before, during, and after each use.

Prepare & Cannulate Donor Organs

• Assist with sterile preparation and cannulation of donor organs.
• Secure organs to perfusion circuits to ensure continuous oxygenated perfusion.

Monitor, Assess, and Respond in Real Time

• Continuously monitor flows, pressures, temperatures, and biochemical markers.
• Interpret data, recognize early signs of organ dysfunction, and collaborate with physicians to intervene when needed.
• Respond rapidly and calmly to alarms or changes in perfusion status.

Collaborate with Elite Transplant Teams

• Work closely with transplant surgeons, anesthesiologists, transplant coordinators, and OPO partners.
• Communicate real-time updates on organ condition and escalate concerns without delay.
• Seamlessly integrate perfusion workflows into transplant surgeries.

Be There When It Matters Most

• Participate in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule.
• Respond on short notice to donor organ arrivals-including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes clinical environments where timing is critical.

Document & Advance the Program

• Accurately document perfusion parameters, medications, labs, and observations.
• Support data collection for quality improvement, outcomes tracking, and program development.
• Contribute to protocol refinement and emerging best practices in organ preservation.

Maintain the Highest Standards

• Uphold strict aseptic technique and hospital safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, hospital, and manufacturer requirements.
• Represent the transplant program with professionalism and integrity.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist, or Surgical Assistant program, OR a Bachelor's degree in a relevant health science field required.
Experience: 2+ years of experience in a surgical, critical care, or transplant setting required.
Licensure: See Requisition for Certification/Licensure requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, climbing (ladder, steps) and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, fumes, heat, noise, cold, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $43.04 - $68.86 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Job Profile
J2652 - Solid Organ Preservationist
Career Stream and Level
Clinical Technician-T2
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