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The UI Heart and Vascular Center (HVC) is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular Perfusionist to operate the heart-lung machine during surgeries that require cardiopulmonary bypass; support the physiological and metabolic needs of the cardiac surgical patient; and maintain knowledge of circulatory assist devices, in point of care testing devices (blood gas analyzers and clotting time devices), blood conservation techniques, Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Extracorporeal Chemotherapy (HIPEC), and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO).

Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: 40-hours per week scheduled between the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM

On-Call assignment (includes Weeknight/Weekend/University Holidays)

The university is located along the picturesque Iowa River in Iowa City, a city of some 77,000 people (170,000+ in the metro area) regularly ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live. Iowa City is less than four hours from Chicago and within five hours of Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Kansas City, readily accessible via interstate highways and a regional airport 30 minutes away.

UI Heart and Vascular Center information can be found at https://uihc.org/primary-and-specialty-care/heart-and-vascular-center

Position Responsibilities:

Operate cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and other life support equipment during cardiac, transplant, and vascular surgical procedures.
Operate cardiopulmonary bypass circuit; monitor oxygenator and adjust gas flow as needed; operate centrifugal and roller pumps to maintain adequate cardiac output; monitor blood temperature, O2, CO2, pH, and venous saturations – adjust as needed
Monitor blood electrolytes, potassium, sodium, and calcium; monitor heparin management of patient while on bypass; cool and rewarm patient as directed by surgeon.
Set-up and utilize hemoconcentrators on bypass circuits as needed.
Chart patient vitals on the perfusion record at regular intervals. Immediately communicate to the surgeon and anesthesiologist – any/all patient changes, unusual occurrences and/or deviations which may affect the patient while on bypass.
Operate cell salvaging system in the Operating Room (OR) to retrieve, process, and return shed blood back to the patient.
Set-up and operate intra-aortic balloon pump in the OR and during patient transport to the inpatient unit.
Set-up and operate cardiac assist devices (LVAD’s, Abiomed) while patient is in the OR. Set-up and calibrate CDI blood management system prior to initiating bypass.
Set-up, initiate and operate Portable Bypass System anywhere in the hospital.
Assess each surgical case and assists the nursing staff in making appropriate choices of perfusion supplies needed at the OR tables.
Assess each surgical case and makes recommendations to the primary surgeon concerning cannula selection.
Assure regulatory requirements are met and continuous quality improvement occurs as evidenced by performing monthly audits of quality control data, quality improvement indicators/thresholds, and documentation of improvements for all aspects of care relating to perfusion.
Assure daily, adequate supply stock and equipment are ready for use in an emergency.
In accordance with established protocol, set-up and prime heart lung machine and cardioplegia circuits according to the American Society of Extracorporeal Technology (AMSECT) perfusion scope of practice.
Process all remaining blood from the CPB circuit with autologous blood recovery equipment as requested.
Appropriately label transfusion packs and complete required paperwork.
Routinely monitor acid-base, hemodynamic and hemostatic parameters. Maintain parameters within normal ranges.
Perform other duties as assigned.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa’s only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Education Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in Perfusion Technology; OR
Bachelor’s degree with Certification in Perfusion Technology from a CAAHEP cardiovascular perfusion education training program; OR
Combination education and experience with Certification in Perfusion Technology from a CAAHEP cardiovascular perfusion education training program.

Experience Requirement:

Demonstrated knowledge of perfusion theory and associated patient care.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required.
Ability to respond to on-call requirements within 30 minutes.

Certification/Licensure Requirement:

Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) or board eligible in good standing with the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) required. If board-eligible, must obtain CCP within 6-mos. of start.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required by start.

Desired Qualifications:

Previous clinical perfusion experience and/or training in an academic medical setting.
For additional questions, please contact Kelli Ballard at [email protected] or 319-467-6019.

Ascension Medical Group in Indianapolis is recruiting for a full time staff Perfusionist to join our team of 12 experienced full time Perfusionists. We are looking for a motivated Perfusionist willing to work as an integral member of our team. Our surgeons are exceptionally skilled and great to work with. We offer a competitive salary & benefit package including; bonus pay for ECMO coverage, a generous amount of PTO, expense reimbursement for CME meetings and additional time off to attend CME meetings.

The qualified candidate will perform clinical cardiopulmonary bypass during a variety of cardiac surgery procedures for adult cases. Procedures include; CABG, valve, minimally invasive mitral and aortic valve repair/replacement, heart transplant, VAD, ECMO, etc. This position is full-time with shared rotating on-call responsibilities and shared clinical accountability.

Bachelor’s degree in addition to graduation from an accredited cardiopulmonary perfusion training program required. The position requires the candidate be board certified or certification eligible by the American Board of Cardiopulmonary Perfusion. Board certification must be obtained within 18 months from hire date.

Interested candidates should apply online at www.Ascension.org/jobs Position ID #264336

Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. is looking for a full-time experienced Staff Perfusionist with at least 3-5 years’ experience. Willing to take on a new grad if you are the right person. This position will be in the Phoenix Arizona area and will perform procedures relative to the physiological management of patients’ circulatory and respiratory functions during and following cardiac surgery, under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and operating surgeon. Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, patients, and families. Relocation reimbursement may be available to the qualified candidate.

The Phoenix area offers beautiful desert landscapes, great outdoor activities, rich cultural life, and food flavors from all around the world. With over 200 golf courses located in the Phoenix area and 4 professional sports teams there is always a good time to be had. Arizona offers amazing sites including the Grand Canyon, Snowbowl for skiing and the beautiful red rock of Sedona to be enjoyed by any adventure seeker. The Phoenix area enjoys blue skies and sunshine 320 days of the year and is great place for family and community!

Must have bachelor’s or Master’s degree and be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and have current BLS certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

You can submit your resume by emailing [email protected] or submit your application to https://ccsperfusion.com/employment-application/

Come join the Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. team! We are looking for an experienced ECMO Specialist – RT or RN with at least 3-5 years’ experience and supervisory/leadership skills. This position will perform services and three different hospital/medical center locations in the Denver area. Performs procedures relative to Extra-Corporeal Life Support (ECLS)/ Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) under the direct supervision of the Director and/or ECLS Coordinator of Perfusion Services. Participates in the treatment plan involving assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and education. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete treatment specific care for the ECLS patient. Must be willing to work flexible schedules.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Completion of designated ECLS Training program.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess one of the following:

a) License and/or Certification as a Respiratory Therapist (RT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).

b) Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Comprehensive Care Services is certified by the Joint Commission and provides superior perfusion and autotransfusion services. We employ highly skilled board certified or board eligible perfusionists in addition to providing informatics, data and quality management, point of care testing, blood conservation programs, hardware and inventory management solutions to our client medical centers throughout North America. We are focused on superior patient care and outcomes, client relations and the retention of our professionals. We offer a competitive salary with a range of $80,000 – $115,000 annually, along with excellent company benefits! Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life, 401k with Company Match and PTO (Personal Time Off). CCS also offers a comprehensive adult and pediatric ECLS training course. Be part of an allied health professional team who is the heart of every successful solution we provide!

Denver, CO known for its beautiful scenery, it is located in proximity to many of the world’ best-known ski areas. It offers something for everyone with many arts, culture, and professional sports offerings throughout the year.

When it comes to pediatric heart conditions, getting the absolute best care possible is vital. That’s what UK HealthCare Kentucky Children’s Hospital and Cincinnati Children’s have teamed up to provide, combining the expertise of the #1 hospital in Kentucky with one of the country’s best children’s hospitals. Led by nationally recognized experts, the collaboration is one of the top pediatric heart programs in the country, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2022 – 2023 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings.

The Joint Pediatric and Congenital Heart Program offers a full spectrum of pediatric and adult congenital heart care from the world-class cardiology experts and heart surgeons at Cincinnati Children’s and Kentucky Children’s Hospital. It’s an innovative collaboration dedicated to providing high-level heart care closer to home. We are currently seeking a Clinical Perfusionist to join our team!

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Clinical Perfusionist is responsible for the operation, maintenance and utilization of circulation technology applications including but not limited to: cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB); left heart bypass; mechanical circulatory support (MCS); ventricular assist device (VAD); extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO); myocardial preservation; autologous blood recovery/blood conservation; anticoagulation and hematologic monitoring/analysis; physiologic monitoring/analysis; blood gas and chemistry monitoring/analysis; induction of hypothermia with reversal; hemodilution; hemofiltration; administration of mediations, blood components and anesthetic agents via the extracorporeal circuit.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Knowledge of principles and techniques of circulation technology. Interpersonal skills necessary to work with hospital employees, physicians, patients, family members and community professionals. Exceptional critical thinking skills and ability to deal with extreme pressure and stress. Able to respond quickly to problem-solving situations while maintaining excellent interpersonal relations.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required

Bachelor’s degree required in an allied health field or equivalent with a strong science background and advanced training in circulation technology from a CAHEP accredited perfusion training program or an equivalent combination of education and perfusion experience
Must be certified or eligible to sit for the certification exam and actively pursuing certification, by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion. Must attain certification within the first 18 months of employment. Certification must be maintained during the term of employment.

Preferred

AmSECT’s Fellow of Pediatric Perfusion Designation.
Experience with pediatric ECMO and other MCS devices.

Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. is looking for a full-time experienced Staff Perfusionist with at least 3-5 years’ experience. This position will be in the Longview, Texas area and will perform procedures relative to the physiological management of patients’ circulatory and respiratory functions during and following cardiac surgery, under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and operating surgeon. Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, patient and families. Relocation reimbursement may be available to the qualified candidate.

It’s friendly, it’s family-oriented, and its small-town vibe makes it a genuinely great place to raise a family. This is exactly the thing people love about Longview. The perfect example of small-town USA, this city has great rural living with no traffic and plenty of things to do. The downtown area is what many people enjoy with it’s amazing coffee shops, breweries, museums for kids and adults, restartaunts and many activies.

Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, patient and families. Must have bachelor’s or master’s degree and be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and have current BLS certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

You can submit your resume by emailing [email protected] or submit your application to https://ccsperfusion.com/employment-application/

Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. is looking for a full-time Autotransfusionist (PBMT) with an High School diploma and at least one year of college education or a college degree. One year of work experience in a medical field is a plus. Employee must pass the Peri-Operative Blood Management Technologist certification within one year of employment and keep certification current or have an accreditation as Anesthesia Technician, Anesthesia Technologist, Paramedic, Fire Technologist or Registered Nurse. You will be responsible for ensuring that the Perfusion Department meets quality standards and promptly responds to open heart surgery, autotransfusion, pump standby, and PRP according to protocol and hospital agreements.

We offer a competitive salary along with company benefits which includes, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability (buy- up option included), company paid life insurance, with the option to buy up for you and your dependents. 401K eligibility 30 days following your date of hire. If you are interested in the position and working in sunny Florida, please submit your resume to ([email protected]) You can also fill out an application at ccsperfusion.com.

Lynchburg General Hospital is seeking a full time Perfusionist to join their team!

A perfusionist is a highly skilled, allied health professional who is qualified by academic and clinical training to operate complex, life-sustaining, extracorporeal circulation devices. These devices are typically applied to alleviate the suffering of patients with certain cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases. Duties include, but are not limited to the safe performance and execution of the following Scope of Practice.

Qualifications/Education/Licensure:

Bachelor’s degree required. Must be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) OR board eligible (certification required within one year of employment)

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“Simply put, most people who live in the Upper Valley area of New Hampshire and Vermont consider themselves to be thoroughly spoiled. The region is rich in everything you’d ever want: small-town life, lots of four-season outdoor activities—summer’s hiking trails become winter’s cross-country skiing trails—a surfeit of culture, great food, unique shopping possibilities, intellectual stimulation, and last but not least, friendly people. Quaint little towns and old-fashioned general stores dot the region, heralding a view to a bygone agricultural era that is still alive and kicking”. – Lisa Rogak

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is the primary teaching hospital for the Dartmouth- Geisel School of Medicine. We are looking for a full time cardiovascular perfusionist to add to our phenomenal team. Experienced perfusionists or new grads with exceptional experience are encouraged to apply. We offer a competitive salary and benefit packages and a relatively low number of after hour call-backs and emergency cases. Our welcoming and cooperative team is hiring for a sixth perfusionist to work with four experienced and pleasant surgeons. Additionally, our exceptional cardiac anesthesia team, PA’s, and RN’s collaborate to treat the largest geographical region in New England. Case load includes CABG, valves, aortic work, standby for TAVR and lead extractions, occasional AngioVac, with no transplant or VAD cases. Our multidisciplinary ECMO team handles 10-15 ECMO per year with RT’s doing the majority of bedside coverage and the perfusion team managing initiations, daily rounding, and occasional transport.

Relocation will be provided with bonus incentives available.

Responsibilities
• Assembles equipment and medications to a particular procedure. Sets-up, primes and de-bubbles functioning unit under aseptic conditions. Verifies operation of mechanical and ventilation systems, including safety devices.

• Develops preoperative perfusion plan and calculates perfusion formulae based on patient’s medical history.

• Establishes continuous arterial-venous system on the patient at the beginning of open-heart surgery. Continuously monitors physiological parameters and evaluates perfusion technique.

• Sets-up, calibrates and monitors in-line monitoring devices. Evaluates data and adapts perfusion plan.

• Alters perfusion plan during surgery to meet the needs of patient or surgeon, or mechanical failure.

• Ensures termination of perfusion and support of vital signs when heart and lungs resume functioning following surgery. Documents perfusion activities in patient record. Charges for supplies and services used.

• Disassembles heart-lung pump. Disposes of contaminated materials, cleaning up non-disposable parts.

• Maintains instruments, medication and equipment supplies for caseload/emergencies.

• Sets-up and operates blood conservation systems for open-heart patients.

• Operates intra-aortic balloon pump for open-heart patients.

• Provides ventricular assist technology to patient. If roller or centrifugal pumps are utilized, provides 24-hour coverage until assist effort is terminated.

• Performs regular inspections and routine maintenance of perfusion equipment. Arranges for periodic professional service at appropriate intervals and emergency services.

• Completes statistics for data-base, research and quality assurance purposes.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with 2 years post-graduate school in Perfusion or the equivalent in education and experience required.
Experience with membrane oxygenation, roller and centrifugal pumps, and intra-aortic balloon pumps preferred.
Keeps abreast of current developments in the field and of quality assurance and liability issues.
Currently registered with the New Hampshire Board of Registration for Medical Technicians.

Required Licensure/Certification Skills:

Certified or achieves certification within one year of hire by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

EOE.

Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. is looking for a full-time experienced Staff Perfusionist with at least 3-5 years’ experience. This position will be in the Dallas, Texas area and will perform procedures relative to the physiological management of patients’ circulatory and respiratory functions during and following cardiac surgery, under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and operating surgeon. Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, patient and families. Relocation reimbursement may be available to the qualified candidate.

Dallas, Texas is an exciting and affordable place to live and work. Texas is a big state, and the United States is a big country, but in Dallas, you have easy access to anywhere. Fly directly from the DFW airport to almost any major city in the nation in four hours or less and reach some of the biggest destinations in the world, including London, Frankfurt, and even Sydney, Australia, without needing a layover. Dallas is a thriving hub of shopping and fine dining, allowing you to enjoy upscale stores and good food anytime the mood hits. For the sports fan, Dallas is a dream come true. Some cities may struggle to support even one professional sports team, but Dallas boasts no less than six professional sports teams, including women’s and men’s basketball, women’s soccer, football, baseball, and hockey.

You can submit your resume by emailing [email protected] or submit your application to https://ccsperfusion.com/employment-application/

Welcome to Wausau!
– Minutes from hiking, skiing, fishing, hunting, snowmobile and ATV trails
– 37 city parks, 18 county parks, 3 dog parks, and 10 county forest units
– Low cost of living
– Small town charm with big city amenities
– Central location provides a short drive to Madison, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, and Green Bay

Program Specifics:
– 3 surgeon program and 4 perfusionists offer incredible work-life balance
– 550 hearts a year (roughly 50% off pump)
– Short term ECLS coverage for high risk interventions (TAVR/Rotoblade), occasional Angiovac
– Terumo System 1 Heart Lung machine and Quest cardioplegia
– Cases would include valve replacement and repairs, cabg (both on and off pump), Aortic repair or replacement, A-fib procedures
– NO pediatrics or transplants, occasional LHB
– call pay, CME allowance

Hiring a STAFF PERFUSIONIST at Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin. Responsibilities include operation of the heart/lung machine and any extracorporeal support of the patient undergoing heart surgery or any cardiopulmonary emergency requiring such support. Associated clinical activities for CV surgery team include hemodynamic monitoring, auto-transfusion, heart assist devices, ECLS, ECMO (minimal and transferred out), and intra-aortic balloon pump.

Sign-on Bonus: $20,000.00

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure by the State of Wisconsin as a Perfusionist, or eligible upon hire.
Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required, or board eligible, within one year of hire.
Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.
Hours: 1.0 full-time, 80 hours every 2 weeks. Weekend rotation: every 4th. Holiday rotation: every 4th. Call rotation: every 4th

For questions regarding program specifics, please contact Shawn Mergen, CCP at [email protected] or call/text (715) 297-9248.

Clinical perfusionists (CP) are responsible for operating extracorporeal circulation equipment, such as Cardiopulmonary bypass during an open-heart surgery or any other medical procedure in which it is necessary to artificially support or temporarily replace a patient’s circulatory or respiratory function. In addition, the clinical perfusionist functions in supportive roles for other medical specialties, including the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) program to assist in long-term support of patients outside of the operation room environment. This includes providing support during eCPR and the regular maintenance of all ECMO circuits; including initiation, termination and support/troubleshooting. The CP has primary responsibility for priming all Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) including placement and maintenance of VADs, including pump changes and the ability to communicate with patients, family members and others on health care team. The CP solves problems, documents clearly and communicates effectively in writing. They perform and evaluate laboratory tests, adhering to established lab standards. The CP provides these services following all institutional, Perfusion, ECMO, Transplant and VAD protocols. The CP maintains competency in ECMO services by completing annual and any required ECMO education, simulation and written testing. The CP remains competent in the care of heart failure/heart transplant (HFHT) patients by participating in annual HFHT mandatory education, simulation of pump priming facilitated by the VAD coordinator and any VAD vendor education when utilizing new VAD devices or models. The CP participates in vendor education provided on new devices, technology or therapies.

Qualifications:

License/Certification/Registration required Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion required within first twelve (12) months of employment. Once certified, certified clinical perfusionists are responsible for ongoing training to maintain certification. BLS required Education: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Perfusion Technology. Master’s degree preferred. Graduating from an Accredited Perfusion Technology Program

Sign-on bonus and Relocation assistance available

Comprehensive Care Services Inc. is looking for a Director of Perfusion for Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida with at least five years plus of experience accompanied by Management experience. The selected candidate will ensure that the Perfusion Department meets quality standards within the resources available. Ensures that the Perfusion Department responds to Open Heart Surgery, Autotransfusion, Pump Standby and IABP according to protocols and Hospital agreement. Performs procedures relative to the physiological management of patients’ circulatory and respiratory functioning during and following cardiac surgery, under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and operating surgeon.

Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, healthcare team members, patient and families. Must have Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.

We offer a competitive salary along with company benefits which includes, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability (buy- up option included), company paid life insurance, with the option to buy up for you and your dependents. 401K eligibility 30 days following your date of hire. If you are interested in this position and working in sunny Florida, apply today.

Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. is looking for a full-time experienced Staff Perfusionist with at least 3-5 years experience. Willing to take on a new grad if you are the right person. This position will be in the McAllen, Texas area and will perform procedures relative to the physiological management of patients’ circulatory and respiratory functions during and following cardiac surgery, under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and operating surgeon. Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, patient and families. Relocation reimbursement may be available to the qualified candidate.

McAllen, Texas, is a vibrant metro area and a major center for retail, international trade, tourism and manufacturing. A high quality of life, an abundance of medical facilities and a young, bicultural community are additional draws. McAllen brandishes a warm and receptive population. McAllen is often referred to as the retail center of Southern Texas and Northern Mexico. In fact, the region’s La Plaza Mall is positioned near a border entrance with Mexico. McAllen also has the largest single-floor public library in the nation, offering everything from a children’s play area to an art gallery to a cafe. And the metro area’s International Museum of Art & Science is an interesting excursion for adults and kids alike.

Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, patient and families. Must have bachelor’s or Master’s degree and be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and have current BLS certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.