OPO Training Specialist
University of Miami

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The Life Alliance Organ Recovery Agency at the University of Miami/UHealth is currently seeking a full time OPO Training Specialist to work in Miami, FL. The OPO Training Specialist supports LAORA's clinical teams needs with a focus on training, education and competency in organ procurement and recovery. The OPO Training Specialist establishes organ recovery and donor referral/management training curricula, competencies and content. The OPO Training Specialist actively coordinates, schedules, performs and tracks training and technical skills assessments for LAORA clinical operations staff. This incumbent actively collaborates and participates in the QAPI program, identifying and acting on opportunities to improve individual and organizational performance as well as effectiveness of the training programs itself. The OPO Training Specialist uses the learning management system to facilitate training, competency assessments and record-keeping.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops, delivers and manages comprehensive organ procurement and recovery clinical training programs in accordance with LAORA's P&P's regulatory requirements.

• Develops and administers clinical training courses, content and competencies with a focus on organ procurement and recovery in accordance with OPTN and LAORA policies and procedures. Establishes curricula for areas of expertise typically consisting of procedures, blended learning, on the job training, training by third parties, etc.

• Orients new employees to their roles by providing training and assessment of the growth, development, and initial competency.

• Develops training content and documents all parts of the training process.

• Establishes competency assessments including quizzes, direct observation and associated checklists), and other assessment tools to evaluate employees learning and readiness.

• Actively participates in the QAPI program.

• Identifies and acts on opportunities to improve individual and organizational performance.

• Monitors and acts to improve the effectiveness of the training program itself.

• Actively uses the learning management systems to establish curriculums, assign and document training and competencies, track compliance, and maintain records.

• Imparts orientation and community education seminars as needed for Hospitals and stakeholders. Performs aspects of the donation process in periods of high activity short staffing or as otherwise needed.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

American Board for Transplant certification CPTC credential, ACLS or BLS

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

• Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing data.

• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Full timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:H11

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