Perform functions related to organ donation from deceased donors, including receiving and evaluating solid organ donor referrals and ensuring donation options are offered appropriately to BC residents.
Support families through the donation process to enable informed decisions and provide a positive and meaningful donation experience.
Provide expert consultation and guidance on donation-related practice issues to critical care staff as the provincial resource on organ donation, retrieval, and transplant.
Coordinate and organize timely investigative screening procedures and diagnostics tests with laboratories, agencies, and hospital departments.
In collaboration with transplant programs, determine suitability of organs for transplantation and identify appropriate recipients in accordance with national organ sharing agreements.
Coordinate logistical arrangements for organ recovery across the province of BC.
Receive and evaluate solid organ donor import offers from out of province and follow BC Transplant policy and procedure to ensure organ safety for transplant.
Compile and analyze data for Quality Assurance.
Develop and deliver educational programs on solid organ donation for healthcare professionals throughout British Columbia
Organ Donation Specialist, Transplant Coordination BC Transplant Vancouver, BC The successful candidate will need to be located in Victoria, BC. In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Clinical Operations Manager, Organ Donation, the Organ Donation Specialist functions as an integral part of the Organ Donation and Hospital Development (ODHD) Team, and as a provincial resource to critical care providers, assisting them through the various stages of organ donation and transplantation, including donor assessment and family support. This position is also responsible for the compilation and analysis of data for Quality Assurance, and for the formal development and delivery of educational programs on solid organ donation for health care professionals throughout the province of British Columbia (BC). What you’ll do
Performs a variety of functions related to organ donation from deceased donors such as receiving and evaluating solid organ donor referrals, ensuring the option of donation is offered appropriately to every BC resident.
Supporting families through the donation process by enabling them to make an informed decision and striving to
provide a positive and meaningful donation experience.
Provides expert consultation and guidance on donation related practice issues to staff working in critical care areas including physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, social workers and pastoral care staff, as the provincial resource on organ donation, retrieval and transplant.
Coordinates and organizes timely investigative screening procedures and diagnostics tests with laboratories, agencies and hospital departments.
In collaboration with transplant program determine suitability of organs for transplantation and identify appropriate recipients abiding by national organ sharing agreements.
Responsible for logistical arrangements of the organ recovery across the province of BC.
Receive and evaluate solid organ donor import offers from out of province. Follow BC Transplant policy and procedure to ensure the safety of organs for transplant. What you bring
Qualifications
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in a Health Sciences Program.
Three to five (3-5) years of critical care or organ donation experience.
Certification or equivalent experience in the education of public and health-care personnel.
Designation as a healthcare professional in the critical care setting (nursing or respiratory therapy) preferred
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Transplant contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system. Core Competencies
Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work. This means creating an environment where Indigenous patients feel respected, valued, and understood. Foster trust through respectful communication, active listening, and honoring equity-deserving people's perspectives on health and wellness. Commit to ongoing education and training on Indigenous health issues, cultural safety, and DEI principles. Participate in workshops, cultural immersion experiences, and continuous professional development to stay informed and responsive to equity-deserving groups. Provide patient-centred care that respects Indigenous ways of knowing and healing, respects BIPOC experiences and world views ensuring that care plans are culturally relevant and holistic.
Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.). Skills & Knowledge
Salary Range
$76,111 - $109,409. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location
1770
West 7th
Avenue,
Vancouver,
BC
V6J 4Y6
Hours of
Work: Rotating; 0800 – 1600 plus on call Requisition # 202171E What we do BC Transplant (BCT) provides oversight for all aspects of organ donation and transplantation across BC. BC Transplant is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). PHSA plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.
Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Create equity – Be courageous.
Learn more about
PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA and BCT are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment. One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca. Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for
Justice (2019), the
Declaration
Act
Action
Plan and
Remembering
Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
Attention current employees of
PHSA: You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca. The internal job posting expires on August 5, 2026 and will no longer be accessible. If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant. Please do not apply for the external job posting. If you have not yet set up an internal profile, please e-mail internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with your PHSA employee ID number to obtain your temporary password.
Requirements
Education/training equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in a Health Sciences Program.
3-5 years of critical care or organ donation experience.
Certification or equivalent experience in educating public and health-care personnel.
Designation as a healthcare professional in the critical care setting (nursing or respiratory therapy) preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples and commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination.
Demonstrated knowledge of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Transplant contexts (including TRC Calls to Action, In Plain Sight, BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, UNDRIP, and related documents).
Core competencies including Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility, patient-centred care, and ongoing education/training on Indigenous health issues and DEI principles.
Skills in negotiation/facilitation, program development/implementation, quality improvement, leadership/management, adult education principles, organizational skills, independent work, relationship building, multitasking in high-stress environments, and effective communication
Bachelor’s degree in a Health Sciences Program (or equivalent education/training and experience)
Organizational skills
Quality improvement
Effective verbal and written communication
Program development and implementation
Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility
Anti-racism and DEI principles
Organ donation and transplantation coordination
Donor referral evaluation
Family support during donation process
Expert consultation and guidance to critical care staff
Logistical coordination for organ recovery
Coordination of investigative screening procedures and diagnostics tests
Benefits
Municipal pension plan
Comprehensive benefits package
WorkPerks discount program
Psychological health & safety programs
Holistic wellness resources
Annual statutory holidays (13)
Generous vacation entitlement and accrual
Professional development opportunities (2,000+ in-house courses)
Posting details
Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$76,111 - CA$109,409/yr
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Posted
Jul 29, 2026
Application
Employer website
Demonstrated the ability to negotiate and facilitate consensus within the donation and transplantation stakeholder community
Knowledge and abilities in the areas of program development and implementation, quality improvement, leadership, management and professional education, including knowledge of adult education principles and methods
Compassionate, dedicated and professional leadership skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work independently and establish effective working relationships within the multi-disciplinary hospital environment
Ability to manage numerous concurrent tasks in a high stress environment
The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach. What we bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
Access to professional development opportunities through our 2,000+ in-house courses including a range of experience level, profession-specific, or other essential training on Indigenous Cultural Safety; Indigenous-specific anti-racism; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility, mental health and well-being, and more.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more. Job Type: Regular, Part-time (0.50 FTE)
Our business hours are
Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, excluding Statutory Holidays and a Help Desk Representative will respond to you with 1-2 business days. If you are not a current employee of PHSA and require assistance with your application, please contact the External Careers team at careers@phsa.ca.
Organ suitability determination and recipient identification
Data compilation and analysis for Quality Assurance
Educational program development and delivery (adult education principles)
Negotiation and consensus facilitation with stakeholders
Leadership, management, and professional education
Ability to work independently and build relationships in multidisciplinary environments
Ability to manage numerous concurrent tasks in a high-stress environment
Understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments (BC Transplant context)
Market context
Transplant coordination roles are specialized and competitive
In British Columbia, organ donation and transplant coordination roles are typically driven by the need for experienced critical care professionals who can work across hospitals, families, and transplant teams. These positions are competitive because they often require a health sciences degree, 3-5 years of critical care or organ donation experience, and the ability to educate both the public and health-care staff. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your critical care designation and education experience before applying.
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