Ex-Vivo Clinical Specialist II (Jacksonville, Florida) (Relocation assistance available)

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Who We Are

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.
 

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).
 

The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

Who You Are

Join the frontlines of innovation in transplant medicine. Lung Bioengineering, a subsidiary of United Therapeutics, is seeking a skilled and mission-driven Ex-Vivo Clinical Specialist II to help transform the future of lung transplantation. In this critical role, you’ll learn to perform ex-vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) procedures to evaluate and optimize donor lungs for transplant—directly impacting patient lives. You’ll work hands-on with advanced clinical technology, collaborate with transplant centers and organ procurement organizations, and help ensure seamless logistics and regulatory compliance. This is more than a job—it’s a unique opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, purpose-driven team on the forefront of life-saving innovation. If you’re a seasoned transplant or critical care professional with strong surgical skills, sterile technique, and a drive to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

The Ex-Vivo Clinical Specialist II will develop the skills necessary to perform the clinical ex-vivo lung (EVLP) procedure. This role will evaluate donor lung suitability, manage organ logistics, perform the EVLP procedure, and coordinate with organ procurement organizations and transplant center teams.
 

• Perform EVLP Execution Responsibilities, to include: Coordinate clinical team arrival to LBE EVLP facility for surgical suite set-up; Prepare and set up EVLP systems and equipment according to established protocols; Create and control an aseptic zone; Evaluate physical lung condition and lead surgical cannulation/reconstruction of vessels and trachea; Operate and maintain the EVLP system and associated equipment; Manage all aspects of the EVLP procedure, including lung assessment, venous gas sampling, bronchoscopy, x-ray collection, recruitment, and deflation; Collect and conduct laboratory tests and analysis on preserved lungs to evaluate suitability for transplant; Maintain communication with LBE Medical Consultants and accepting transplant surgeon; Address and resolve medical/safety/eligibility questions from accepting transplant centers; Monitor adherence to protocols and determine EVLP case completion in conjunction with LBE Medical Consultant and accepting surgeon; Follow OPTN lung packaging procedures and prepare surgical area for next EVLP procedure; Assist the transplant center with post-EVLP logistics; Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and surgical waste; and Maintain all regulatory compliance frameworks associated with clinical procedures including, but not limited to FDA, UNOS, OPTN, CLIA, and CMS at the US federal and state level, as well as that of Health Canada
• Perform General Duties, to include: Participate in clinical review meetings and other administrative and scientific activities; Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities, including deviation documentation and SOP review; Collaborate and perform experiments with pre-clinical and translational medicinal colleagues in assessing the potential of new lung therapeutic development as needed; Attend staff meetings and provide input, as needed, into operational, clinical and regulatory development plans; Adhere to on-call schedule as well as support regular daytime office hours; and Work within all applicable Lung Bioengineering policies and procedures
• Perform Referral Management Responsibilities, to include: Work with contracted call center to triage incoming EVLP referrals; Evaluate donor lung suitability from Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) or transplant center EVLP referrals; Review donor medical chart to confirm device inclusion and exclusion criteria; Initiate referral documentation in LBE’s data collection platform; At the request of the OPO, assist in identifying EVLP transplant centers; and Assist OPO or transplant center with pre-EVLP logistics to ensure organs arrive within time frame required to execute EVLP procedure
• Perform all other duties as require

Minimum Requirements

• Associate Degree in a related field, or commensurate experience and/or combination of education and experience
• 4+ years of experience as a Procurement Transplant Coordinator with critical care experience managing donor patients with an Associate's Degree or
• 2+ years of experience as a Procurement Transplant Coordinator with critical care experience managing donor patients with a Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years of experience in two of the following three areas: sterile technique, direct participating in surgical procedures, or critical care including ventilator management and blood gas interpretation
• Upon hire, ability to train onsite in Jacksonville, FL; Silver Spring, Maryland
• Upon initial training completion, successfully passing any qualification requirements
• Demonstrated specialized knowledge of lung physiology and mechanics
• Skilled with data collection and analysis
• Ability to operate Apple and PC; Microsoft Office Suite skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint required, as well as Adobe Acrobat, etc.
• Must be able to follow procedures and be competent in sterile technique and basic surgical skills, including suturing and tying

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or commensurate experience and/or combination of education and experience
• 2+ years of experience in advanced practice organ procurement/transplant
• CPTC - Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator

Job Location

This role is based 100% onsite at our facility in Jacksonville, FL, Lung Bioengineering requires this candidate to live within an hour driving distance from the Jacksonville office. Relocation assistance is available as needed.

At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We are bold and unconventional. We have fun, we do good.

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

United Therapeutics  Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Biotechnology company focused on pulmonary arterial hypertension and organ transplant therapies. Headquartered in Silver Spring, MD.

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