Transplant coordinator

Job Title: Kidney Transplant Coordinator

Department: Nephrology

Summary:

The Kidney Transplant Coordinator is responsible for the comprehensive coordination of care for patients undergoing kidney transplantation. This includes pre-transplant evaluation, waitlist management, patient education, donor coordination, and post-transplant follow-up. The role requires clinical expertise, strong organizational skills, and effective communication to ensure quality care throughout the transplant continuum.

Key Responsibilities:1. Patient Coordination & Clinical Management

• Coordinate all aspects of care for kidney transplant candidates and recipients.
• Conduct initial assessments and evaluations of transplant candidates.
• Facilitate required testing and consults for transplant work-up.
• Monitor patient progress and maintain detailed records throughout the process.
• Provide pre- and post-transplant education to patients and families.

2. Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between patients, nephrologists, surgeons, social workers, dietitians, and other members of the transplant team.
• Participate in transplant selection committee meetings.
• Communicate patient status updates and progress to the care team regularly.

3. Donor Management

• Coordinate living donor evaluations and education.
• Assist with scheduling of donor testing and procedures.
• Work closely with organ procurement organisations(OPOs) for deceased donor organ offers and allocations.

4. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all medical records and documentation are compliant with institutional, national, and regulatory standards (e.g., UNOS, CMS).
• Maintain waitlist data and assist with audits and regulatory reporting.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

5. Education & Support

• Educate patients and families on the transplant process, medication adherence, lifestyle modifications, and follow-up care.
• Provide emotional support and counseling referrals as needed.
• Conduct community outreach and education on organ donation as needed.

Qualifications:Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's preferred.
• Certification in transplant coordination (e.g., CCTC) is a plus.

Licensure:

• Current RN license in [State/Region].
• BLS/ACLS certification (as required by facility).

Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years of clinical experience.
• At least 1 year in transplant coordination, nephrology, or a related field preferred.

Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage a complex caseload.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and transplant databases (e.g., UNet).

Work Environment:

• Hospital or clinic setting.
• May require on-call duties for donor offers and urgent coordination.
• Some travel may be required for outreach or education purposes.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person