LVAD Organ Transplant Coordinator

Job Description: The LVAD Coordinator is an RN who is responsible for the coordination of care for mechanical circulatory support patients (LVAD, impella, total artificial heart) patients and their families. This regulatory required role is a key member of the multidisciplinary MCS/transplant team who facilitates the movement of the patient and family through the advanced heart failure therapies (bridge to transplant and destination therapy) by providing individualized education, support, and coordination of services across the continuum of care. This role is responsible for clinical aspects of the MCS program including but not limited to education, patient care coordination, research, data management, quality assessment, and program development. Why You’ll Love Working Here: Intermountain Medical Center is a major flagship hospital serving multiple states and known for advanced, high‑quality care. Located on a large, centrally positioned medical campus in the Salt Lake Valley, offering a collaborative and innovative environment. Work within a respected transplant and cardiac program supporting life‑saving care for complex patients. Benefits & Perks: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Generous PTO and paid holidays. Retirement plan with employer contributions. Specialty training, continuing education, and professional advancement opportunities. Employee wellness resources and mental health support. Relocation‑friendly culture ideal for out‑of‑state clinicians. Local Attractions Within 5 Minutes: Murray Central Station – A nearby TRAX light rail and commuter rail hub offering quick access to Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. Murray Theater – A historic Art Moderne theater on the National Register of Historic Places; a great local spot for arts and entertainment. Desert Star Theater – A beloved dinner theater featuring live performances and a fun, welcoming community vibe. Why Utah? Close proximity to world‑class skiing, hiking, and national parks. Over 300 days of sunshine per year and an active, outdoors‑oriented lifestyle. Easy access to Salt Lake City entertainment, dining, and culture while enjoying a quieter suburban feel in Murray. Work Schedule: Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week Shift Structure: Four 10‑hour shifts, Monday through Friday On‑Call Requirements: One weekday on‑call shift per week: 1800–0800 Weekend Coverage: Covers weekend inpatient service every 4th weekend On‑call responsibilities every 4th weekend Scope: The LVAD Coordinator manages care of the patient from referral through post-op management, discharge planning, and long term follow-up. Through assessment, planning, and advocacy, this role is the liaison between the advanced heart failure physicians, cardiothoracic surgeons, referring physicians, LVAD and transplant recipients and their families, and outside agencies. The incumbent must make independent decisions regarding various aspects of care and treatment within established protocols. The coordinator must perform and problem solve through stressful situations. Each coordinator may have a specialty area of focus but will be required to be knowledgeable in other specialties in order to provide on-call coverage Job Essentials: CLINICAL: Facilitates care of the end stage organ failure patient referred to transplant program. Coordinates patient entry and introduction to the transplant program. Coordinates medical, surgical, financial, psychosocial, nutrition, and pharmaceutical evaluation and on-going care needs of transplant and living donor patients. Participates in patient care planning and selection conference. Lists patients for transplant in a timely manner to facilitate access to donated organs. Registers living donors for directed and non-directed donation in a timely manner to facilitate matching in the transplant program and paired exchange registries, if applicable. Maintains the UNOS waiting list according to program policies and pr ... (truncated, view full listing at source)