Transplant Coordinator

You will be part of the Singapore Eye Bank team that manage donation process for cornea donation, process the recovery process and coordinate with various stakeholders, educate eye donation and activities to promote organ/tissue donation where required. Other administrative duties may required during the course of work.

Key Responsibilities

Manage donation process:Identify suitability of donors for cornea donation upon death notification including conducting medico-legal checks and reviewing medical historiesApply clinical analytical skills and judgement in routine scenarios independently , and in complex scenarios with guidanceGuide and counsel potential donors and families throughout the donation processLiaise with NOTU (MOH) and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with organ/tissue donation policiesRecovery and Coordination:Coordinate the recovery process by working with recovery teams and assisting in post-recovery donor family supportConsider medical and biosocial factors when evaluating cases to ensure optimal outcomesEducation and awareness:Educate healthcare staff, the public and family members on the significance of eye donation, and coordinate awareness activities to promote organ/tissue donationAddress misconceptions that may prevent families from consenting to donationCoordination with StakeholdersFacilitate the logistical process of corneal procurement with the medical team, eye bank staff and other stakeholdersWork across transplant programmes to build relationships, share information, and plan resourcesAdministrative Duties:Monitor, collect, and input data for clinical audits and service evaluations to support evidence-based programme development and outcome monitoring.To perform any other duties assigned to support the programme’s clinical, research, operational, and developmental needs.Working Arrangements:This position requires on-call for donor screening coverage from 5:30pm to 10:30am, about 15 days per month on standby mode.

Job Requirements

Degree in Nursing / Psychology / Health Sciences / Biomedical Sciences OR Diploma in Psychology / Health Sciences / Biomedical Sciences or equivalentCandidate with counselling experience is preferredExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in emotionally challenging situationsWillingness to travel between hospitals for work purposeFlexibility to work on-call hours as specified