Minneapolis MN - Transportation Specialist

Why NORA At Nationwide Organ Recovery Transport Alliance (NORA), we move what cannot wait. We are the essential logistics platform for time-critical healthcare and support services, combining mission-trained specialists, real-time technology, and national reach to serve every transport with the precision and accountability this work demands. Complex logistics. Precise solutions. Delivering life NORA supports Organ Procurement Organizations, transplant centers, living donor programs, laboratories, and healthcare partners through a nationwide network of ground transportation, commercial airlines, and charter aviation providers. Operating a 24/7 communications and dispatch center, NORA specializes exclusively in time-critical transplant logistics, ensuring organs, surgical teams, specimens, and medical equipment reach their destinations safely and efficiently. Behind every transport is a donor and their loved ones, and a recipient awaiting a second chance. That responsibility shapes how we show up. We take ownership of the mission. We take control when others can’t. And when the plan breaks, we build the path forward in real time. Our people stay aware, think ahead, and act early enough to prevent disruptions before they happen. Transportation Specialist Every transport at NORA supports a life-saving transplant. As a Transportation Specialist, you play a critical role in a coordinated medical logistics chain where timing, safety, professionalism, and sound judgment can directly impact patient outcomes. This role requires disciplined execution, operational awareness, and the ability to remain calm and focused in time-sensitive situations without compromising safety or protocol. This is not routine driving. It is precision service work performed alongside clinical teams who rely on your reliability, composure, and clear communication. What You’ll Do Transport surgical teams, organs, tissues, and critical medical supplies safely and efficiently. Operate in both emergency and non-emergency situations, using sound judgment while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols. Communicate clearly and proactively with dispatch teams and clinical partners. Monitor for potential delays, safety concerns, or process gaps and escalate issues through established channels. Maintain a professional, composed approach in time-sensitive and clinically sensitive environments. On-Call Commitment This is a true on-call position. During scheduled on-call periods, you must remain reachable and prepared to respond when dispatched. When you are not actively deployed, you are free to use your time as you choose. Dispatch activity can vary, and weekly hours are not guaranteed. Tissue & Donor Transport Responsibilities - Location Specific At designated NORA service locations, Transportation Specialists may assist with the respectful transport of tissue donors in accordance with medical, regulatory, and clinical protocols. This responsibility requires: Professional composure and discretion The physical ability to safely perform required duties Strict adherence to established procedures and protocols Sensitivity and professionalism in clinically and emotionally significant environments This responsibility applies only to designated NORA service areas. What Sets NORA Transportation Specialists Apart Calm, disciplined decision-making in time-sensitive situations Safety-first vehicle operation — urgency never takes priority over established protocols Clear, concise communication with dispatch and clinical partners Operational awareness to identify and escalate safety, timing, or protocol concerns Professional composure in clinically and emotionally sensitive environments Commitment to reliability — understanding that every transport plays a role in the transplant process Qualifications Minimum 5 years of emergency vehicle operation experience; red lights and sirens experience preferred Background in law enforcement, fire service, or career EMS preferred Valid …

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