Consult Responder (EMT,Paramedic, Transplant, Organ Procurement)
Company: INFINITE LEGACY
Location: Halethorpe
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description General Job Summary: Under the
general direction of the Organ Recovery Manager and Director Organ
Recovery, and while following all Infinite Legacy procedures,
policies and Standard Operating Procedures, the Consult Responder
(CR) will utilize established parameters, healthcare knowledge and
expertise to respond to referrals for potential organ donor
candidates received from the hospitals served by the organization.
The CR assesses, documents and evaluates potential organ donors
while working collaboratively with various departments and team
members of Infinite Legacy. The CR will establish collaborative
plans with hospital staff to optimize the donation process in
alignment with best practices. The CR also provides on-site
assistance to other IL 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. Education and Experience: Bachelor of Science degree
preferred. EMT, paramedic certification, professional training in
healthcare related field OR some college instruction in a
healthcare related field preferred. One year of healthcare
experience in a clinical setting. Knowledge of basic medical
terminology and human anatomy, as well as the ability to understand
and interpret patient charts and laboratory reports. Required
Skills/Abilities: Ability to function independently or
collaboratively with key stakeholders during times of crisis or
high stress with demonstrated problem-solving skills. Excellent
written, verbal, organizational and time management skills. Ability
to use a computer for data entry and retrieval of information.
Ability to function for extended hours occasionally beyond 12 hours
and the ability to work and/or take calls seven days a week, 12
hours a day. Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and be
insurable under Infinite Legacy’s master policy. Ability to travel
throughout Infinite Legacy’s donor service area.
Duties/Responsibilities: Maintains a work schedule of a minimum of
15, 12-hour call days (or equivalent) per month in order to respond
to organ referrals and documents required donor data in the
organization’s referral database. Additional shifts will be
required if the department is short-staffed. Rounds on units with
high referral activity outside of active referrals including
off-shift rounds. Facilitates communication between IL team and
hospital team to identify and protect donation potential. Provides
formal and real-time hospital education as well as provides
referral/case follow up to hospital staff. Identifies barriers to
donation process and develops strategies to mitigate process
breakdowns. Evaluates medical suitability of potential organ and/or
tissue donors, utilizing information from medical records, history
and physical examination and current health status and performs
comprehensive donor physical assessments. Collaborates with the
Administrator on Call or designee, requests and interprets
laboratory and diagnostic tests needed for evaluation of
suitability and clinical management of potential organ and/or
tissue donors. May be asked to bridge for case initiation or donor
management when needed with assistance from an Organ Recovery
Coordinator. Collaborates with Referral Triage Coordinator and
Administrator on Call to determine a plan of action for following
potential donor cases, deferral of non-eligible donor referrals or
activation of the appropriate Infinite Legacy team members. May
train new CR staff to perform all functions of the role. Meets all
documentation requirements in the role of the preceptor in
conjunction with the Education Department. Attends all scheduled
organ recovery meeting days and mandatory training sessions.
Completes office duties (i.e., data entry, file audits, equipment &
supply preparation and/or transportation, etc.) required as
referral activity permits. Participates in Hospital Development and
Organ Recovery activities as needed, assigned by their Manager.
Maintains compliance with documentation and the organization’s
Standard Operating Procedures. Other duties as assigned. Working
Conditions: This position requires consistent availability, travel
and certain physical, language and communication abilities,
including: Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous
materials and pharmacological agents, with little likelihood of
harm if established health precautions are followed. Occasional
need to transfer organs, blood specimens and/or tissue samples from
one location to another. Travel requiring use of air
transportation, emergency ground vehicles, ground limousine service
and/or driving a personal or company vehicle for extended hours
including nights, holidays and weekends. Extended hours and travel
to evaluate and manage organ referrals. Valid driver’s license and
reliable, insured automobile for transportation. Ability to move or
traverse within an office, hospital and outdoors. Manual dexterity
sufficient to operate telephones and computers. Frequent and
prolonged use of computer screen, which may produce visual fatigue.
Ability to accurately communicate, converse and exchange
information in English over the telephone and in person. Computer
literacy in a Microsoft Windows environment and demonstrated
competency in the use of Microsoft Office software programs.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials,
pharmacological agent, with likelihood of harm if established
health precautions are not followed. Physically demanding lifting,
pushing and pulling of supplies, equipment and carts with little
likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are
followed. This position is a Level 1 – High Level Exposure to
Bloodborne Pathogens and TB. Employees are in a hospital setting
and have direct contact with donors or donor organs and tissues
through donor management, recovery and processing. At Infinite
Legacy, we care about our employees' well-being, both at work and
in life. That's why we offer an excellent benefits package designed
to support you and your family. Our Benefits Include: Health,
Dental & Vision Insurance : Comprehensive coverage for you and your
loved ones that offers minimal cost to the employee and
extraordinarily low deductibles. Paid Time Off : Take the time you
need to relax and recharge with ten company paid holidays and one
personal day annually as well as a very generous paid time off
accrual. 401K : Plan for your future with employer contributions.
Contribute to your retirement on day one of employment that is 100%
vested with a 6% match. Life & Disability Insurance : Peace of
mind, no matter what happens. Infinite Legacy offers company paid
life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability Pet
Insurance Discounts : Because your furry friends matter too!
Realize significant discounts on medical care and prescriptions.
Tuition Reimbursement : We support your growth and development with
education assistance. Join our team today and experience a
workplace that truly values you! This position requires employees
to be fully vaccinated and be able to provide proof.
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