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 policyResponds on-site to the hospital to evaluate potential donors, log data and collaborate with hospital staffRounds on units with high referral activity outside of active referrals including off-shift roundsAttends mandatory meetings and education opportunities provided by NEDSParticipates in Hospital Development activities as needed, assigned by their ManagerSupports Donation Coordinators on authorized cases with data entry, hospital staff education and other duties as assignedAssists the Organ Surgical Recovery Coordinator as indicated during organ recoverySchedule
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 + training's + 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 
