Clinical Responder/First Responder, Organ Donation (EMT and Paramedic)

The First Responder or Clinical Responder (CR) provides on-site responses to area hospitals (Boston and North Shore Area) to conduct medical evaluation on all potential organ donors and develop a plan with the healthcare team to maintain the option of donation. The CR also provides on-site assistance to other NEDS staff as well as participates in hospital educational and outreach activities as needed. This position participates in the Organ Donation Services call schedule that provides service to donor hospitals 24 hours/day 365 days per year.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in a clinical call schedule and responds accordingly when on call per NEDS referral policy
• Responds on-site to the hospital to evaluate potential donors log data and collaborate with hospital staff
• Rounds on units with high referral activity outside of active referrals including off-shift rounds
• Attends mandatory meetings and education opportunities provided by NEDS
• Participates in Hospital Development activities as needed assigned by their Manager
• Supports Donation Coordinators on authorized cases with data entry hospital staff education and other duties as assigned
• Assists the Organ Surgical Recovery Coordinator as indicated during organ recovery

Schedule
Orientation: Mixture of 16 hour on-call day shifts (8:00am - Midnight) and 1 overnight 11:30pm to 7:30am per week. Average 13 shifts per month trainings meetings. Significant travel with reliable personal vehicle throughout all of New England is expected. Mileage and other reimbursements available.

Independent: Mixture of 16 hour on-call day shifts (8:00am - Midnight) and 1 overnight 11:30pm to 7:30am per week. Expect 10 shifts per month  trainings meetings. Significant travel with reliable personal vehicle throughout all of New England is expected. Mileage and other reimbursements available.

Ideal candidate is within an hour drive of the major Boston and the North Shore hospitals. 

Next orientation start date available is August 4 2025 

Qualifications :

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Required to travel by personal vehicle in order to meet the duties of the position
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and the ability to learn NEDSs internal systems including but not limited to True North required
• Must understand medical terminology and be able to read a medical chart
• Must maintain the requirements of an eligible driver including maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and required minimum personal automobile insurance per NEDS Automobile policy

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

B.S. in Health Sciences or related field preferred. 2 years of emergency or critical care experience in a healthcare setting or hospital preferred.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

Must have good driving record and a valid state drivers license.

What Youll 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
• 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!

Additional Information :

HIRING ALERT: NEDS is actively taking precautions to protect our community staff and partners during this time of medical emergency due to 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.

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Employment Type :

Full-time