Job no: 498240
Work type: Staff - Full-Time
Location: Health Science Campus Hospital
Categories: Healthcare Positions, Part-Time, AFSCME
Title: Transplant Assistant
Department Org: Transplant Administration - 110170
Employee Classification: B1 - Classif’d Full Time AFSCME HSC
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC
Primary Location: HSC H
Shift: 1
Start Time: 8:00am End Time: 4:30pm
Posted Salary: Starting at $15.87 with regularly scheduled increases
Float: False
Rotate: False
On Call: False
Travel: False
Weekend/Holiday: False

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assists in the care of Transplant recipients and donors throughout the Transplant process (evaluation, wait list management and post-transplant) under the direction of the Transplant Physicians, Transplant Coordinators and Transplant Cardiologist. Works under the direction of the Transplant Administrator and in close association with the UTMC Transplant Coordinators and other transplant staff members to serve the needs of the adult patient.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/experience/licensing:

• High School Diploma or GED required. College coursework preferred.
• Medical Assisting Diploma, Degree, or Certificate is required. May consider other medical certificates in a related field if combined with a CMA/RMA certification.
• Current, active MA or RMA certification is required.
• American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR certification is required. Will accept American Red Cross “Adult & Pediatric CPR” at time of hire only. Certification must be active at time of hire and maintained throughout employment in position.

Communication and other skills:

• Must be proficient with data entry, Excel or database spreadsheets, and word processing software
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
• Exhibits accuracy, integrity, and flexibility; is punctual and dependable
• Adheres to the UTMC Customer service values; demonstrates outstanding telephone etiquette; culturally appropriate communication skill required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must understand and comply with Privacy laws
• Knowledge/experience with transplantation is needed
• Must be able to type 45 WPM

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working with Transplant patients and/or knowledge of the Transplant process (pre, waitlist, post and living donation)

Please refer the Job description for details