Clinical Referral Specialist
Clinical Referral Specialist
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Job Description
Location: Richmond VA
Department: Clinical Services
Clinical Classification: Clinical Plus
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: 12-hour shifts; 13 shifts per month; 2 weekends per month & some holidays
LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives restoring health and giving hope.
LifeNet Health headquartered in Virginia Beach Virginia is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (OPO) and tissue processor in the United States as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants regenerative medicine and research; and to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process. LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.
How you will contribute to LifeNet Healths success:
The Clinical Referral Specialist will ensure timely on-site response assessment and evaluation of potential organ donors. Interacts with hospital staff to set-up optimal family approach process. Assess with the medical staff the care plan neurological & hemodynamic status and family communication plan. Evaluates donor designation hemodilution and ABO confirmation. Reviews all assessments with the MOC and requests labs per LifeNet Health and hospital protocol. Requests appropriate medical interventions with the guidance of the MOC. Obtains appropriate blood specimens for serological and HLA testing. Communicates with outside agencies to facilitate laboratory testing.
What youll do:
- Clinical Evaluation: Responds to donor referrals in all donor service area hospitals. Performs independent assessment of potential donors to ensure the donor meets medical criteria for donation. Obtains appropriate blood specimens for serological and HLA testing.
- Communication: Communicates with LifeNet Health staff on all donor and referral activity to evaluate donation suitability based on information collected from patients hospital chart and communication with hospital staff.
- Hospital Relations: Establishes initial dialogue with the hospitals clinical team (HCT) concerning the referral to establish collaboration. Communicates with hospital staff regarding LifeNet Health process and plans. Assesses care plan neurological and hemodynamic status and family communication plan.
- Documentation: Maintains accurate documentation in LifeNet Health EMR and hospital EMR in compliance with hospital Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and LNH policy and practice. Reviews referral hospital medical records and populates LifeNets electronic medical records (EMR) according to policy.
What youll bring (Minimum Requirements):
- Associate degree
- ACTIVE AND CURRENT CERTIFICATION (ONE OF THE FOLLOWING)
- Licensed or Certified Respiratory Therapist (RT)
- EMT-P (Paramedic certification or diploma
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Valid State Drivers License
- 2 years clinical/medical experience in a facility hospital or organization in Nursing Respiratory Therapy EMT or Paramedic LPN
Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:
- Bachelors Degree health related field
- 1-year OPO experience managing clinical aspects of donation
These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Outlook Word and Teams; (Excel and PowerPoint preferred)
- Psychological Skills: Able to manage stressful situations involving complex clinical scenarios and family dynamics.
- Attention to Detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure a high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery.
- Business Acumen: Ability to work independently. Has in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and ability to communicate this to others
- Communication & Presentation: Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and build relationships with all professionals at various levels within and outside the organization.
- Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple competing priorities and manage time/workload; demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize multi-task identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls.
- Critical Thinking: Able to make decisions independently regarding medical management of organ donors staff triage logistical arrangements.
- Logistical Analysis: Requires thinking through and solving problems step by step; often looking beyond the obvious solution to a problem.
- Teamwork: Able to be collaborative and work as part of a team to resolve issues complete tasks and meet business needs
- Compliance: Knowledge in medical compliance and data sharing
Why work at LifeNet Health
We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives Restoring Health and Giving Hope. You will not find another company with a culture as strong as ours.
- 403(b) and Profit-Sharing Plan
- Affordable medical dental and vision coverage
- Corporate sponsored events for employees
- Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time sick time and paid holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Personal career skill and leadership development opportunities
- Wellness Program (gym reimbursement monthly wellness webinars mental health toolkit financial resources and much more)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
- Dedicated and passionate co-workers
SALARY: $24.16 - $32.21/hour
The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location and the candidates prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $24.16 (entry-level qualifications) - $32.21 (experienced in this role) *.
*Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidates knowledge and relevant experience.
All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and LifeNet Health reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time with or without notice unless otherwise required by law.Further nothing in this posting is intended to alter the at will relationship of a successful candidate and this posting does not constitute a specific promise.
LifeNet Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other protected status.We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
