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As the ECMO Coordinator is responsible for the development and implementation of policies/procedures, education of staff, and quality assurance for the ECMO program. In addition, the ECMO coordinator provides expert oversight for the clinical aspects of the program. In addition the coordinator will serve as back-up to the ECMO Specialist/Primer as needed.
Develop and implement ECMO policies and procedures
Ensure staff are trained on current ECMO standards of care and perfusion technology and receive ongoing education to ensure competency
Provide supervision to ECMO staff and ensure proper standards of care have been implemented
Ensure ELSO documentation and reporting requirements are met
Maintain proper functioning of equipment and adequate amount of supplies
Serve as a back up to the ECMO specialist/primer as needed
Present for initial priming, circuit changes and discontinuation of therapy for patients needing ECMO
Ensure the safe and proper set-up of ECMO equipment and troubleshooting
Maintains current competency in pump technology
80% direct patient care clinical responsibility
Other duties as assigned