Dynamic Liver Transplant Coordinator at UF Health Shands Hospital, adept in cross-functional coordination and healthcare regulations. Successfully streamlined patient care pathways, enhancing transplant outcomes. Recognized for mentoring staff and fostering teamwork, while optimizing organ allocation processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Passionate advocate for patients throughout their transplant journey.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Liver Transplant Coordinator
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, Florida
09.2005 - Current
Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to streamline transplant patient care pathways.
Managed patient evaluations and assessments to ensure compliance with transplant protocols.
Facilitated donor organ allocation processes, enhancing timely transplant surgeries.
Developed educational materials for patients and families regarding transplant procedures and aftercare.
Mentored junior staff on best practices in transplant coordination and case management.
Established strong relationships with external healthcare providers to optimize referral processes for potential candidates.
Served as an advocate for patients throughout their transplant journey, addressing concerns and providing support as needed.
Collaborated with medical staff to develop individualized care plans for each transplant candidate.
Maintained detailed records of all transplant-related activities, ensuring accurate reporting to internal and external agencies.
Facilitated efficient organ allocation by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of UNOS policies and procedures.
Assisted in developing marketing strategies for increasing public awareness of organ donation and transplantation services.
Optimized patient outcomes through meticulous pre-transplant evaluations and assessments.
Contributed to team success by participating in quality improvement initiatives related to transplantation services.
Improved patient care by providing thorough education on the transplant process and post-operative care.
Streamlined patient referral processes, improving access to transplantation services for those in need.
Ensured regulatory compliance by consistently reviewing and updating departmental policies and procedures in accordance with industry standards.
Managed complex transplant cases, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all required documentation.
Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, fostering collaboration in patient care management.
Coordinated multi-organ transplants, effectively managing the unique challenges associated with these complex cases.