Family Support Coordinator - Legacy of Hope

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Diversity, Funding, Medical Research, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills
LOCATION
Birmingham, AL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Schedule Shifts Vary On-Call shifts requiredLocation Birmingham AL Benefits include 100 tuition assistance wellness initiatives generous paid time off paid parental leave Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.Interacts with hospital staff in a professional manner to meet the needs of the hospital the potential donor family and Legacy of Hope. Primary responsibility is to offer the option of organ tissue and eye donation for transplantation andor medical research to families of potential donors or will inform families of a potential donors first person authorization. Coordinates and facilitates emotional support during and after the discussion of donation and throughout the donation process. The FSC must remain aware and sensitive to diversity of all kinds cultural religious educational etc.. Must be able to present informationoutcomes in formal and informal settings public speaking. Will be expected at times to provide initial evaluation of potential organ donors. Establish and maintain close working relationships with local medical examinerscoroners. Must be able to work variable hours with call responsibilities. Position requires 10-15 days per month of 24 hour call including holidays and weekends. Position may require deployment to another region during on call shift.

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University of Alabama at Birmingham