Full-Time

Yale New Haven Health: Perfusionist Career Opportunities

At Yale New Haven Health we choose the path of adapting with the ever changing field of healthcare. We incorporate patient centered care, respect, compassion, integrity and accountability into every action. Yale New Haven Health is dedicated not just our patients, but to our healthcare workers. Who devote their time and efforts to the health and wellness of others.

Come and be a part of one of the largest healthcare systems, where you will enjoy competitive pay, generous PTO to ensure work-life balance, and excellent healthcare benefits including vision and dental.

What sets us apart:

Great location in the Tri-State area
Robust Adult and rapidly expanding Pediatric programs
Award winning Robotic Surgery program
Adult and Pediatric Transplant
Adult and Pediatric VADs
In house and local transport for Adult and Pediatric ECMO
Growing HIPEC program

Benefits

Generous Sign-On Bonus
Competitive hourly and on-call rates
Opportunities for over-time
Clinical Ladder for Professional Advancement
Exceptional Health Care Insurance effective day one (Vision and Dental Included)
Tuition Assistance effective day one
Continuing education credit reimbursement
Substantial PTO Program to ensure the health, wellness, and work-life balance of all staff
On-site continuing education programs
Employee Referral Program

To Apply or to learn more please contact:
[email protected]

General Purpose

Under the supervision of a physician member of the medical staff, Clinical Perfusionist will operate the heart-lung machine in order to maintain the circulation and other organ functions preoperatively for the supervising medical staff member’s patients that require cardiopulmonary bypass during surgical procedures. The Clinical Perfusionist will monitor the supervising medical staff member’s patient’s hemodynamic and physiologic status preoperatively and administer blood, blood products, and any pharmacological support required to maintain appropriate hemodynamic and physiologic state. The Clinical Perfusionist is expected to adhere to applicable PACF procedures and the PACF commitment to excellent standards.

Essential functions

Set up and operation of the heart-lung machine for surgical procedures that require cardiopulmonary bypass according to protocols prescribed by the supervising physician member of the medical staff. Notifies supervising medical staff member about unusual or unexpected events or problems related to the above procedure. Clean external surfaces of equipment as required.

Types of procedures

CABG

Valves

Liver transplants

Heart transplants

Lung transplants

LVADs (heartmate II & III, Jarvik, Heart Ware)

ECMO (c-mag, rotoflow, cardiohelp, tandem)

HIPEC

AngioVac

TAVR’s

Aortic aneurysms/dissections

Cell saver

200+ cases/year/perfusionist

Permitted Tasks

1. Assists in the transport of patients requiring cardiopulmonary support.

2. Evaluates new perfusion equipment as needed.

3. May participate in the development and conduct in research projects including publication.

4. Provides in-service and instruction to non-perfusion personnel as needed.

5. May provide clinical instruction of students from affiliated perfusion schools.

6. Orders and stocks supplies as needed.

Education/Experience/Training

Successful completion of a certified cardiovascular perfusion training program or Certification will be accepted in lieu of a cardiovascular training program.

Required previous experience

Applicants must be able to demonstrate successful performance of 40 clinical perfusions in the past 12 months. Safety courses may be required for specialized techniques.

Certification

Current certification with the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or be board eligible. Maintain current CPR certification.

Required education

Bachelor’s

Benefits: Amazing list of benefits to work for PACF. Details discussed during interview process

For more information, please visit our website at https://perfusionassociatescfl.com/

Send resumes to Kiley Cook ([email protected])

Yale New Haven Health: Perfusionist Career Opportunities

What sets us apart:

Great location in the Tri-State area
Robust Adult and rapidly expanding Pediatric programs
Award winning Robotic Surgery program
Adult and Pediatric Transplant
Adult and Pediatric VADs
In house and local transport for Adult and Pediatric ECMO
Growing HIPEC program

Benefits

Generous Sign-On Bonus
Competitive hourly and on-call rates
Opportunities for over-time
Clinical Ladder for Professional Advancement
Exceptional Health Care Insurance effective day one (Vision and Dental Included)
Tuition Assistance effective day one
Continuing education credit reimbursement
Substantial PTO Program to ensure the health, wellness, and work-life balance of all staff
On-site continuing education programs
Employee Referral Program

To Apply or to learn more please contact:
[email protected]

We are seeking a highly-motivated candidate with a positive attitude who must be Board Certified (PBMT) or eligible with at least 0-2 years of experience as a practicing Autotransfusionist.

Candidates should also possess the following:

1. Ability to adapt to a challenging clinical environment.
2. Must possess good communication and troubleshooting skills.
3. Must be able to practice evidence based medicine; also to advise and participate in clinical decisions with a team approach.
4. Experience with blood management is preferred.
5. Must be willing to relocate to Lima, OH or the immediate surrounding area.
6. New Grads or part-time technologists will be considered.

PDC occupies a unique position in the industry, offering ample opportunity for professional growth through its diverse business approach. The candidate would be joining a total team of 2 perfusionists in Lima, OH performing about 175 cardiac procedures per year along with 300 non-cardiac autotransfusion (Mostly Orthopedic) procedures.

We are interested in a long-term relationship ONLY for this position.

Serious inquires only please.

Note: After applying through the job site, you will be directed to our website for the FULL application. Please make sure you complete the full application.

Contact:

Bryan V. Lich, CCP
Perfusion.com, Inc.
17080 Safety St., Suite 109
Fort Myers, FL 33908
(866) 892-0265 ext. 101
[email protected]

SpecialtyCare continues to grow and we are growing our Pittsburgh Market Team! We have a great opportunity for an experienced perfusionist or a new graduate to join our talented team of four perfusionists in the Greensburg, PA area serving Excela Health. This top-ranked cardiac program features three well-respected, outstanding surgeons. Featuring 450+ all adult cases per year, including CABGs, valves, and TAVRs with limited ECMO. If you are looking to work with some of the best cardiac talent in the country as well as work/life balance this is the perfusion opportunity for you!

Greensburg, PA and the surrounding suburbs have so much to offer! If you like more of the city vibe, downtown Greensburg offers it all with theater, great dining, shopping and cultural activities. If you prefer a more relaxed approach the surrounding suburbs of Irwin, North Huntingdon and Murrysville offer small-town charm with excellent school districts, low taxes and plenty of recreational and entertainment options. Not too far from Pittsburgh, you can take in many professional sporting events, concerts and explore one of the nation’s hottest culinary destinations. Experience Pennsylvania’s four seasons and enjoy being in driving distance to both skiing and beach destinations.

SpecialtyCare is the largest provider of perfusion services in the United States. With our national presence and local professionals, we support 1 in 8 of all heart surgeries in the country. We are the Employer of Choice for more than 500 perfusion leaders. We support our team members by allocating funds for continuing education, conferences, and dues for professional associations. All of our full-time Perfusionists are encouraged to attend conferences and be active participants in state perfusion societies. We also offer a wide range of competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, a matching 401K plan, student loan repayment assistance, paid parking, and a generous PTO plan.

INTRODUCTION

We are seeking full time hospital employed Perfusionist at our facility in Ashland, Kentucky. We are offering a generous sign on bonus and competitive salaries. We offer a full benefits package with retirement. Please contact us for further information.

JOB SUMMARY
- Assess, plan and implement the patient care requirements and treatment necessary for patients requiring cardiopulmonary bypass, mechanical circulatory support, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and associated blood conservation or perfusion delivery
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares operating room by setting up equipment for extra-corporeal pump for open-heart surgery and other medical procedures, including bringing in solutions or blood, medical supplies, filters, tubes, etc.
- Sets up extra-corporeal pump for particular case depending on age, weight, type of heart problem
- Selects and assembles ancillary supplies and equipment including autotransfusion, ultrafiltration, potassium and calcium analyzer, anticoagulation assay equipment, arterial blood gases, and chemistry monitoring
- Operates the equipment during clinical open-heart surgery and related procedures, i.e. long-term circulatory and/or respiratory support, left and right heart support
- Checks the proper operation of the extra-corporeal pump, such as proper adjustment of pump heads to prevent destruction of blood cells, the proper functioning of component parts and connectors and the proper electrical functions of pump accessories
- Obtains blood, checks as type, identification for patient, prepares blood, solutions and components for use in the extra-corporeal pump, including sterile tubing, priming of all lines and bubble-free lines
- Monitors operation of extra-corporeal pump during open-heart surgery for proper functioning, blood, proper drug dilution levels, patients temperature and control of hot and cold water to maintain temperature of blood per surgeons instructions
- Adds drugs in order to correct imbalance of chemistry of blood
- Calibrates pump flows and occlusion of pump head
- Makes the necessary corrections during the malfunction of the machine by manual methods, as circumstances dictate without directions
- Maintains continuous oral communication with the surgeon and anesthesiologist
- Controls the temperature of the patient by controlling the mechanism for cooling or rewarming the blood
- Receives the blood for perfusion from the Blood Bank, or donor, checks, labels and infuses properly
- Adds drugs to the perfusate during the procedure
- Keeps records of patient during surgical procedure in relation to perfusion rate, oxygenation flow rate, temperature, blood chemistries and time of perfusion
- Disassembles and cleans equipment at conclusion of surgery
- Assess, plan and implement the patient care requirements and treatment necessary for patients requiring cardiopulmonary bypass, mechanical circulatory support, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and associated blood conservation or perfusion delivery
EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum requirement:
  - High school or equivalency diploma and either:
    - (a) Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion; or
    - (b) certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
- Preferred qualifications:
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Constantly works near moving mechanical parts
- Constantly exposed to blood and/or body fluids and infection.
- Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
- Occasionally exposed to risk of radiation
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Occasionally required to maintain in a stationary position (standing or sitting).
- Frequently required to walk and move about.
- Frequently required to operate a computer and other equipment.
- Frequently required to use fine motor skills to handle and operate instruments/devices.
- Constantly required to lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds.
- Frequently required to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
- Occasionally required to lift and/or move items up to 100 pounds.
- Constantly required to communicate with patients and other care team requiring talking and hearing.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Occasionally required to position self in order to meet patient needs.

Cardiopulmonary Support Services (CSS) is looking to add a new team member to replace a retirement vacancy. CSS is a small perfusionist owned contract group providing perfusion services to two Saint Paul Hospitals and the Minneapolis VA. Case load is about 1000 adult cases per year with seven staff perfusionists. Call is one out of every three weeks. Work – Life balance is excellent, Surgeons are skilled and pleasant to work with, and perfusionists are looked to as an important resource for care. Salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. The ideal candidate would have 5 years of clinical experience (VA contract requirement), excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, intuitive critical thinking skills, and the ability to work independently. Our surgeons expect us to be strong patient advocates during the case, therefore a proactive approach to case management is expected.

INTRODUCTION

JOB SUMMARY
- Assess, plan and implement the patient care requirements and treatment necessary for patients requiring cardiopulmonary bypass, mechanical circulatory support, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and associated blood conservation or perfusion delivery
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares operating room by setting up equipment for extra-corporeal pump for open-heart surgery and other medical procedures, including bringing in solutions or blood, medical supplies, filters, tubes, etc.
- Sets up extra-corporeal pump for particular case depending on age, weight, type of heart problem
- Selects and assembles ancillary supplies and equipment including autotransfusion, ultrafiltration, potassium and calcium analyzer, anticoagulation assay equipment, arterial blood gases, and chemistry monitoring
- Operates the equipment during clinical open-heart surgery and related procedures, i.e. long-term circulatory and/or respiratory support, left and right heart support
- Checks the proper operation of the extra-corporeal pump, such as proper adjustment of pump heads to prevent destruction of blood cells, the proper functioning of component parts and connectors and the proper electrical functions of pump accessories
- Obtains blood, checks as type, identification for patient, prepares blood, solutions and components for use in the extra-corporeal pump, including sterile tubing, priming of all lines and bubble-free lines
- Monitors operation of extra-corporeal pump during open-heart surgery for proper functioning, blood, proper drug dilution levels, patients temperature and control of hot and cold water to maintain temperature of blood per surgeons instructions
- Adds drugs in order to correct imbalance of chemistry of blood
- Calibrates pump flows and occlusion of pump head
- Makes the necessary corrections during the malfunction of the machine by manual methods, as circumstances dictate without directions
- Maintains continuous oral communication with the surgeon and anesthesiologist
- Controls the temperature of the patient by controlling the mechanism for cooling or rewarming the blood
- Receives the blood for perfusion from the Blood Bank, or donor, checks, labels and infuses properly
- Adds drugs to the perfusate during the procedure
- Keeps records of patient during surgical procedure in relation to perfusion rate, oxygenation flow rate, temperature, blood chemistries and time of perfusion
- Disassembles and cleans equipment at conclusion of surgery
- Assess, plan and implement the patient care requirements and treatment necessary for patients requiring cardiopulmonary bypass, mechanical circulatory support, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and associated blood conservation or perfusion delivery
EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum requirement:
  - High school or equivalency diploma and either:
    - (a) Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion; or
    - (b) certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
- Preferred qualifications:
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Constantly works near moving mechanical parts
- Constantly exposed to blood and/or body fluids and infection.
- Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals
- Occasionally exposed to risk of radiation
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Occasionally required to maintain in a stationary position (standing or sitting).
- Frequently required to walk and move about.
- Frequently required to operate a computer and other equipment.
- Frequently required to use fine motor skills to handle and operate instruments/devices.
- Constantly required to lift and/or move items up to 10 pounds.
- Frequently required to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
- Occasionally required to lift and/or move items up to 100 pounds.
- Constantly required to communicate with patients and other care team requiring talking and hearing.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Occasionally required to position self in order to meet patient needs.

Comprehensive Care Services Inc. is recruiting for a Staff Perfusionist to assist at the following hospitals (SSM DePaul; St. Clair and St. Joseph) in beautiful Missouri 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.

Come join the Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. team! We are looking for an experienced ECMO Specialist. 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. 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. Qualified candidates must demonstrate professional, well-developed interpersonal communication skills while interacting with nursing staff, health care team members, patients and families.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

c) Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) obtained from an ACGME or WFME/FAIMER approved medical school.

· ACGME or WFME/FAIMER certification in good standing.

· Licensed or Unlicensed Medical Doctor

· Specifically trained in ECLS and has successfully completed institutional training requirements for the clinical ECLS specialists.

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 wage and a generous benefit package with an annual bonus opportunity.

Las Vegas, Nevada is known as the “Entertainment Capital of World” with plenty of things to do in addition to the Las Vegas Strip. With warm weather all year round and no state taxes, it is the ideal place to call home. It is located just a few hours from some of America’s incredible National Parks like Death Valley National Park and the Grand Canyon National Park. Plenty of outdoor activities to explore such as hiking, climbing, boating and sightseeing. There is something for everyone.

Comprehensive Care Services has changed Perfusion in Las Vegas. Come join the Comprehensive Care team.

Due to program growth, we are seeking additional staffing. Each staff member is assigned a home facility with exceedingly rare cross coverage requirements. In addition to our 3 cardiac surgical programs, we have the only established ECMO Center in the state of Nevada. Providing additional income opportunities. No chasing surgeons around town and bouncing from one facility to the next. The quality of life could not be better. The Entertainment Capitol of the World offers year-round sunshine, a growing sports and cultural scene, world class dining, tons of outdoor activities, affordable cost of living, no state income tax, an International Airport that connects you to the world and the Fabulous Las Vegas Strip.

We are looking for an experienced Staff Perfusionist but will consider a new graduate with strong skills. Qualified candidates must demonstrate professional, well-developed interpersonal communication skills while interacting with nursing staff, health care team members, patients and families.

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, generous benefit package, 401K plan with employer match, and eligibility to earn an annual bonus.

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduate of accredited perfusion program. Evidence of commitment to continued education and self-development. Orientation to duties to be accomplished within six months. Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, patients and their families.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusionists. If new grad, opportunity to acquire certification within 12 months from date of hire. Nevada Licensure must be obtained along with Nevada Laboratory POC License. All expenses associated with these are reimbursed.

($30,000. SIGN ON BONUS) Come work with an experienced team. Experience or new grads welcome. What a great place for a new grad to learn! Great learning environment. Louisville Perfusion Services, Inc. is looking to add a full time staff perfusionist. This ever growing group prides itself on excellent patient outcomes and its’ blood management program. We are looking to hire a highly motivated and independent individual. You must also have a great attitude, possess good communication skills, and be a strong team player. We are an all adult practice, which includes, but not limited to CPB, VAD/ECMO (Insertion/Transport. No long term monitoring), TAVR’s, HIPEC, Angiovac, Cell Saver, and Platelet Gel Cases. Great surgeons. Fast with excellent outcomes. They treat you like family. Salary and benefits are second to none and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Compensation package includes relocation assistance, vacation, continuing education allowance, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, malpractice insurance, long and short term disability, life insurance, 401K, plus end of year company profit sharing BONUSES. Great area to live. Home of the Kentucky Derby, Bourbon Capital of the world. An abundance of water and outdoor activities. Great city night life, shopping, and restaurants. A short drive to other great cities such as Cincinnati, Nashville, and Indianapolis. Offers a nice balance of work and leisure. Low call-in rate. Offering a $30,000. Sign-On Bonus.**If you are feeling not appreciated, over-worked, under-utilized, or maybe just need a change; please consider us. We may be exactly what you are looking for. Send in your current resume to [email protected] you’ll be glad you did! **No phone calls.

Comprehensive Care Services has changed Perfusion in Las Vegas. Come join the Comprehensive Care team.

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, generous benefit package, 401K plan with employer match, and eligibility to earn an annual bonus.

Requirements:

Job Summary:

Our Perfusionist positions are critical to the success of St. Joseph’s Medical Center and require the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Dignity Health.

The Staff Perfusionist is a professional who is responsible for maintaining the heart and lung apparatus during cardiopulmonary bypass. Additional assignments for the staff perfusionist include setting up and operating right and/or left ventricular assist devise monitoring, set-up, and insertion of the intra-aortic balloon catheter, operating of intra-aortic balloon pump, intraoperative autologous recovery for transfusion, invasive pressure monitoring, and participation in on-call rotation. Operation of blood gas analysis machine.

Minimum:

Graduate of a School of Perfusion Technology
Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
American Heart Association BLS
Copy of ABCP certification on file with annual renewal
Must be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of perfusion techniques and theory
Document to ABCP 40 OHS annually attend professional conferences related to Perfusion (45 CEUs

Preferred:

Minimum of one year experience preferred

If interested, please contact Colleen Connors at [email protected].

Job Summary:

Our Perfusionist positions are critical to the success of St. Joseph’s Medical Center and require the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Dignity Health.

Minimum:

Graduate of a School of Perfusion Technology
Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
American Heart Association BLS
Copy of ABCP certification on file with annual renewal
Must be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of perfusion techniques and theory
Document to ABCP 40 OHS annually attend professional conferences related to Perfusion (45 CEUs

Preferred:

Minimum of one year experience preferred

If interested, please contact Colleen Connors at [email protected].

Support Starts With You

The backbone of our care team, you will greatly impact the work of our clinicians and physicians as well as improve our patients’ experiences.

Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist

Santa Clara, California

In this role, you will set up and operate heart-lung machines, physiological monitoring instrumentation, and related ancillary equipment in cardiac surgical procedures.

Qualifications Include:

· A graduate of an approved perfusion technology training program by date of hire

· A high school diploma or GED

· The ability to be American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion Certified within three years of date of hire

· BLS certification

· Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, chemistry, physics, and sterile techniques

· The ability to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment

For immediate consideration, please visit https://kp.org/careers for complete qualifications and job submission details, referencing job number 974362. For additional information, please contact [email protected].

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente’s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.

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With current staff expansion The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery is seeking a Clinical Perfusionist to operate, maintain, and utilize circulation technology applications including but not limited to: cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB); left heart bypass; ventricular assist device (VAD); HIPEC; extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO); veno-venous by pass for liver transplantation; 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; hemofiltraiton; administration of mediations, blood components and anesthetic agents via the extracorporeal circuit; surgical assisting.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Perfusion

Designs and assembles extracorporeal circuits and equipment and maintains patient parameters within guidelines and as ordered by physician for cardiopulmonary bypass, left heart bypass, ventricular assist, extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation, veno-venous bypass for liver transplantation, HIPEC, and autologous blood recovery equipment. Administers medications, anesthetic agents, and blood products under the orders and supervision of a physician. Performs chemistry, blood gas, co-oximetry, and activated clotting time tests in the operating room for patients undergoing surgery.

Equipment

Operates, maintains, calibrates, and performs quality control testing on all of the operating room point of care laboratory equipment. Maintain and monitor cryogenic storage unit for human tissue grafts.

Department Coverage

Functions in capacity as “Assisting Perfusionist” to primary Perfusionist; duties to include obtaining additional disposable supplies or medicines, charting, performing laboratory tests, troubleshooting equipment failures or malfunctions, relieving primary Perfusionist during lengthy procedures. Provides perfusion call coverage for Cardiothoracic Surgery and Liver Transplantation programs. Provides perfusion support in cardiothoracic surgery research laboratory; participates in various aspects of lab research including protocol generation, CPB, instrument calibration, performing blood gas tests, and tissue sample collection.

Record Keeping and Compliance

Responsible for accurate and timely perfusion case data entry into perfusion database. Maintains accurate documentation of perfusion cases and departmental functions for efficient department operation.

Education/Work Experience:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree required in an allied health field or equivalent with a strong science background, and advanced training in circulation technology form a CAHEP accredited perfusion training program.
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. ABCP certification must be maintained during the term of employment.

CCHMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Perfusion

Designs and assembles extracorporeal circuits and equipment and maintains patient parameters within guidelines and as ordered by physician for cardiopulmonary bypass, left heart bypass, ventricular assist, extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation, veno-venous bypass for liver transplantation, HIPEC, and autologous blood recovery equipment. Administers medications, anesthetic agents, and blood products under the orders and supervision of a physician. Performs chemistry, blood gas, co-oximetry, and activated clotting time tests in the operating room for patients undergoing surgery.

Equipment

Operates, maintains, calibrates, and performs quality control testing on all of the operating room point of care laboratory equipment. Maintain and monitor cryogenic storage unit for human tissue grafts.

Department Coverage

Functions in capacity as “Assisting Perfusionist” to primary Perfusionist; duties to include obtaining additional disposable supplies or medicines, charting, performing laboratory tests, troubleshooting equipment failures or malfunctions, relieving primary Perfusionist during lengthy procedures. Provides perfusion call coverage for Cardiothoracic Surgery and Liver Transplantation programs. Provides perfusion support in cardiothoracic surgery research laboratory; participates in various aspects of lab research including protocol generation, CPB, instrument calibration, performing blood gas tests, and tissue sample collection.

Record Keeping and Compliance

Responsible for accurate and timely perfusion case data entry into perfusion database. Maintains accurate documentation of perfusion cases and departmental functions for efficient department operation.

Education/Work Experience:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree required in an allied health field or equivalent with a strong science background, and advanced training in circulation technology form a CAHEP accredited perfusion training program.
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. ABCP certification must be maintained during the term of employment.

To apply for this position, highly-motivated candidates with a positive attitude should be board certified with at least 5 years current clinical experience. US citizenship required.

Candidates should also possess the following:

Flexible schedule and availability to travel at least 25% of the year throughout the US.
Current ECMO and/or pediatric experience is preferred.
Ability to adapt in highly varied clinical environments.
Traveling experience is preferred.
Independent contractors will be considered.

Current locations of need:

Nevada
Washington
California
Arizona
Colorado

Candidate(s) would be joining a traveling team of 25 perfusionists providing coverage throughout the United States. Please give us a call to discuss your situation.

Please apply online and send 3 letters of reference to [email protected]

Contact:

Bryan V. Lich, CCP
Perfusion.com, Inc.
17080 Safety St., Suite 109
Fort Myers, FL 33908
(866) 892-0265 ext. 101

Seeking a highly-motivated candidate with a positive attitude who must be Board Certified (ABCP) with at least 5-10 years of experience as a practicing Cardiovascular Perfusionist.

An opportunity to join a team of 5 Perfusionist serving 3 hospitals and 4 surgeons in Reno-Carson, NV. Adult only, no ECMO. Varied case load of CABGs, valves and Aortas. Reno Nevada is located on the edge of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, only 25 minutes from the beach at Lake Tahoe. Access to trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding in the Tahoe Nation Forest are less than 10 minutes from downtown. Northern Nevada has vast amounts of public land for dirt biking, ATVs, side-by-sides, 4-wheeling and Camping. In the winter the mountains shield Reno from the snow and provide 1 ski resort 20 minutes from down town and another 3 large resorts within an hours drive.

Candidates should also possess the following:

Ability to adapt to a challenging clinical environment.
Must possess good communication and troubleshooting skills.
Must be able to practice evidence based medicine; also to advise and participate in clinical decisions with a team approach.
Experience with blood management is preferred.
Must be willing to relocate to Reno, NV or the immediate surrounding area.
Nevada perfusion license required.
Must like to work with fast, efficient surgeons.

PDC occupies a unique position in the industry, offering ample opportunity for professional growth through its diverse business approach. The candidate would be joining a total team of 5 perfusionists in Reno, NV performing about 500 cardiac procedures per year between 3 hospitals with some non-cardiac autotransfusion also. We are interested in a long-term relationship ONLY for this position.

Please apply online and send 3 letters of reference to [email protected]

Serious inquires only please.

Note: After applying through the job site, you will be directed to our website for the FULL application. Please make sure you complete the full application

Contact:

Bryan V. Lich, CCP
Perfusion.com, Inc.
17080 Safety St., Suite 109
Fory Myers, FL 33908
(866) 892-0265 ext. 101
[email protected]

St. Luke’s University Health Network in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is accepting applications for a full-time, staff perfusionist position. Hallmarks of this longstanding, hospital-based service are experience, teamwork and stability.

Job Responsibilities:

· Adult Cardiac Surgery

· Autotransfusion

· ECMO

· HIPEC

· On Call Required

· Work with Director of Perfusion to provide patient care within scope of practice of the perfusionist service

· Expected to communicate and work cooperatively with physicians, physician assistants, nursing personnel and other surgical services team members.

Requirements:

· Must be a graduate of an accredited perfusion training program

· Must be a Certified Clinical Perfusionist by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) or certification eligible

· Pennsylvania license to practice as a perfusionist is required to begin employment.

· Experience preferred. New graduates will be considered

· Candidates must be team focused with sound clinical judgement and good communication skills

In joining St. Luke’s University Health Network you’ll enjoy:

• Team-based care with an experienced, stable, supportive staff and service line leadership

• A culture in which innovation is highly valued

• Exceptional compensation package and relocation reimbursement

• Rich benefits package

• A reasonable, shared staff on-call schedule offering work life balance

About St. Luke’s University Health Network

Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of 16,000 employees providing services at 12 hospitals and over 300+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue of $2 billion, the Network’s service area includes 10 counties: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe and Schuylkill counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. To learn more about SLUHN, please visit www.slhn.org

To learn more, please contact:
Meg Parmar
[email protected]
Senior Advanced Practitioner Recruiter
St. Luke’s University Health Network

Comprehensive Care Services Inc. is looking for a Director of Perfusion for Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI with at least three-five years 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.

Ascension Borgess Medical Center performs approximately 400 adult-only Open-Heart procedures including TAVRs annually.

Kalamazoo is in southwest Michigan, halfway between Chicago and Detroit, with an estimated population of 76,000. Kalamazoo is home to division I Western Michigan University, division III Kalamazoo College along with Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Kalamazoo hosts a unique and exciting program, the “Kalamazoo Promise”, a pledge by a group of anonymous donors to pay up to 100% of tuition at any of Michigan’s state colleges or universities for graduates of Kalamazoo Public Schools. Kalamazoo has a great downtown atmosphere with many quaint restaurants, coffee shops and micro-breweries including nationally ranked Bells Brewery. We are home to Stryker Medical world headquarters and Pfizer Pharmaceutical. There are many cultural venues to enjoy also. Lake Michigan, less than an hour away, along with the area’s many inland lakes provide countless opportunities for boaters and fishermen. Southwest Michigan is also home to many outstanding and challenging golf courses, miles of single track for the avid mountain biker, and hosts the annual Kalamazoo Marathon for the running enthusiast.

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.

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 at this location, please submit your resume to ([email protected]) You can also fill out an application at ccsperfusion.com.

Full-Time

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