Erin Simons
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Over 20 years of experience in healthcare. Starting as a bedside Respiratory Therapist working adult, pediatric and neonatal critical care. I then worked as an Organ Procurement Coordinator for 7 years, where I helped double the number of donor lungs placed from my OPO, as well as took Administrator on Call for our entire coverage area. More recently, contracting with OPOs has broadened my knowledge and skill sets within organ donation. Experienced in presenting to local groups, as well as at National Conferences. Passionate, self-motivated and works well both with a team and independently.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Organ Procurement Coordinator
Donor Recovery Services
03.2021 - Current
- Provided OPOs with contract AOC/Charge call to manage referral activity, donor activity and staffing in their DSA
- Assisted OPOs staffing working to promote organ donation through referral response, donor manager and in the operating room.
- Evaluated potential donors using strict criteria, ensuring only suitable organs were accepted for transplantation purposes.
- Balanced competing priorities successfully while working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
- Collaborated closely with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive support during the donation process.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations and industry standards throughout all aspects of organ procurement operations.
Clinical Product Specialist
Medtronic
06.2016 - 05.2022
- Assisted with demonstrations for pulse oximetry and capnography monitoring to showcase functionality.
- Supported sales representatives during client meetings by providing expert knowledge on specific features or functionalities of the given product line.
- Boosted customer retention by providing exceptional product support and addressing user concerns.
- Spearheaded successful product launches, generating widespread brand awareness and interest from potential customers.
- Delivered presentations at industry conferences, elevating brand visibility and product awareness.
Clinical Liaison
Select Speciality Hospital
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Enhanced care coordination by collaborating with healthcare providers, patients, and families to develop plans for moving patients to LTAC
- Verified insurance coverage for patients and worked with referring hospitals to obtain insurance approval for transfer to LTAC.
- Streamlined the referral process for smoother patient transitions into post-acute care settings through meticulous documentation and timely communication.
- Collaborated with marketing efforts to showcase facility strengths and attract new referral sources from local hospitals or community-based organizations.
Organ Procurement Coordinator
Midwest Transplant Network
12.2007 - 07.2014
- Took AOC call providing guidance to staff in response to referrals and management of organ donors. Making administrative and process decisions in order to best carry our the mission of the organization
- Worked closely with hospital partners to manage organ donors, including monitoring and medically treating the patients, evaluating donation potential and allocating organs to recipients across the country.
- Provided education to hospital partners as staff education, or at symposiums and conferences within our DSA.
- Developed strong relationships with local hospitals, resulting in increased referral rates for potential organ donors.
- Balanced competing priorities successfully while working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
- Contributed to overall organizational growth through active participation in strategic planning meetings focused on program development.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration Emphasis in Health Admin
Keller Graduate School of Management
Kansas City12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-1999
Skills
- Donor evaluation
- Cross-functional coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Certified Procurement Tranplant Coordinator
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
Timeline
Contract Organ Procurement Coordinator
Donor Recovery Services
03.2021 - Current
Clinical Product Specialist
Medtronic
06.2016 - 05.2022
Clinical Liaison
Select Speciality Hospital
05.2015 - 06.2016
Organ Procurement Coordinator
Midwest Transplant Network
12.2007 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Public Administration Emphasis in Health Admin
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
University of Kansas
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