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Transplant Data and Quality Coordinator

University of California - San Francisco

95,000-125,000

United States, California, San Francisco

350 Parnassus Avenue (Show on map)

Jul 20, 2026

The Data and Quality Coordinator functions as a vital pooled resource to provide data, regulatory, and quality support for the functional areas within Transplant Services. Working with the transplant data and quality team, the analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reporting of a high volume of federally mandated registry data across the continuum of transplant care from referral through post-transplant. The coordinator also participates in chart reviews and audits and communicates outcomes directly to leadership, providing areas of focus for optimal compliance and quality improvement.

Department Overview

UCSF Transplant Services provides care to kidney, liver, lung, and pancreas patients with end-stage organ failure requiring transplantation. Each year, we evaluate over 2,000 potential recipients and living donors and perform over 600 transplants. UCSF is one of the busiest transplant programs in the country with excellent post-transplant outcomes. Our multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians provides cutting-edge care to our patients and their families.

% of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)
50	Y	Under the supervision of transplant quality leadership, the data and quality coordinator will be responsible for timely and accurate reporting of federally mandated data to the OPTN from the time of referral for transplant through post-transplant follow-up.
25	Y	Participates in Quality Improvement functions of Transplant Services including overseeing various medical record documentation audits as requested by Transplant Qualty Leadership which will be reported to the Transplant Quality and Patient Safety Committee (TQPSC). This involves overseeing audits done by members of the transplant staff, investigating areas of non-compliance, and educating staff on transplant specific policies and regulations.
5	Y	Works on incident reports and QI reviews of moderately-complex cases as assigned, including mortalities, sentinel events, and readmissions. Flags cases that may require immediate review and response and develops or participates in development of appropriate actions.
5	Y	Assists in preparing reports of patient care and safety data to appropriate internal departments and outside agencies. Completes the UNOS and OPTUM Requests for Information (RFI). These reports are requested to submit essential organ transplant program data to insurance and managed care companies. UNOS and OPTUM RFIs are due annually.
15	Y	Works with clinical and technical staff on projects of limited scope, applying moderately-complex QI models and techniques to improve clinical care and patient safety, and identify opportunities for continued quality improvement.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree, or a combination of comparable education and/or experience.
Two (2) years of related experience
Working knowledge of QI standards, clinical chart review and abstraction, and regulatory requirements.
Working knowledge of QI models, tools, and techniques, including collection, aggregation, abstraction, analysis, and reporting of data.
Detail-oriented, with demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to complete projects and tasks on a timely basis.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills to assess problems quickly and develop multiple options for effective and timely resolution.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills for collaborating effectively with a range of clinical and technical staff and representatives of external regulatory agencies.
Demonstrated ability to effectively convey complex clinical and technical information both verbally and in writing, and to produce reports, presentations, and documentation.
Working knowledge of various administrative and business software packages, and of the specialized applications for quality data management.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree, or a combination of comparable education and/or experience.
Two (2) years of related experience
Working knowledge of QI standards, clinical chart review and abstraction, and regulatory requirements.
Working knowledge of QI models, tools, and techniques, including collection, aggregation, abstraction, analysis, and reporting of data.
Detail-oriented, with demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to complete projects and tasks on a timely basis.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills to assess problems quickly and develop multiple options for effective and timely resolution.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills for collaborating effectively with a range of clinical and technical staff and representatives of external regulatory agencies.
Demonstrated ability to effectively convey complex clinical and technical information both verbally and in writing, and to produce reports, presentations, and documentation.
Working knowledge of various administrative and business software packages, and of the specialized applications for quality data management.