Are you looking for a new, exciting challenge? Would you like to apply your knowledge and experience to the dynamic field of organ transplantation? Want to join a collaborative, high-functioning team to make a difference in the lives of transplant practitioners and patients? 

The American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS) is a medical specialty society representing approximately 2,000 transplant surgeons, physicians, scientists, and allied health professionals working in the dynamic field of solid organ transplantation. Our staff is passionate about supporting the scientific research, clinical, advocacy, and educational activities in which our members are engaged. ASTS’ core values are integrity, excellence, forward focus, respect, diversity, and compassion, and our team is guided by those values as we support our members in saving and improving lives through transplantation. 

ASTS is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual to play an essential role in supporting the administration and success of ASTS’ educational offerings. This position will coordinate and assist with a range of logistical, content, and speaker needs for conferences and events. The position will also track specific compliance requirements related to Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit for members attending events and programs. 

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with CME compliance documentation and reporting, and CME processes for educational events
• Assist with ongoing educational activities for Board certification for members
• Organize and enter content into mobile meeting app for 4-6 events per year
• Support meeting logistics for in-person meetings and online trainings
• Handle registrations for 4-6 meetings per year including tracking, name badges and working with communications on marketing calendar
• Support Council by organizing and tracking attendance for meetings
• Coordinate speakers for in-person and virtual events including tracking, outreach, and ongoing communication regarding speaker responsibilities
• Serve as the secondary staff liaison in supporting the ATC Planning, Business Practices, Professional Development, Surgical Skills, Surgeon Scientist, and Vanguard Committees
• General administrative duties and other duties as assigned
• Some travel required (3-4 times per year). 

Benefits 

ASTS offers a flexible work environment and this position can be fully remote, hybrid or in office. Our work environment has been described by 1 employee as "awesome"! Apply and find out why!   

Benefits include: 

• Competitive leave and benefits package, including health, vision, dental (employee covered 100%, dependents up to 50%), life-insurance, short and long-term disability 
• 401K 
• Funds to support professional development 
• 1/2 day Fridays during the summer 
• Located in the Crystal City area of Arlington, Virginia, with a variety of transit options, restaurants, scenic walking routes, and community activities within easy reach  
• Transit subsidy for either Metro or parking in the building 
• 35-hour work week, with flexible work schedules 

Requirements

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent experience
• 1-2 years of association experience strongly preferred
• Self-starter, deadline-conscious, intellectually curious and willing to learn
• Educational program/CME experience a plus
• Polished verbal and written communications skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with physicians and other health care professionals
• Strong organizational skills, able to work independently and prioritize amongst multiple projects and deadlines
• Collaborate in a fast-paced team environment with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to tracy.reynolds@asts.org.

About American Society of Transplant Surgeons

The American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS) is a medical specialty society representing approximately 2,000 transplant surgeons, physicians, scientists, and allied health professionals working in the dynamic field of solid organ transplantation. Our staff is passionate about supporting the scientific research, clinical, advocacy, and educational activities in which our members are engaged. ASTS’ core values are integrity, excellence, forward focus, respect, diversity, and compassion, and our team is guided by those values as we support our members in saving and improving lives through transplantation.

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