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Job Summary:

A perfusionist, is a specialized healthcare professional who operates the cardiopulmonary bypass machine (heart–lung machine) during cardiac surgery and other surgeries that require cardiopulmonary bypass to manage the patient’s physiological status. As a member of the cardiovascular surgical team, the perfusionist helps maintain blood flow to the body’s tissues as well as regulate levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood. It is the perfusionist’s responsibility to manage the metabolic and physiological demands of the patient during the procedure.

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for preparation of the heart-lung machine and any other equipment critical to the specific operation.

Continuously monitor the patient’s status to manage the rate of blood circulation, balance the hemodynamics, maintain body temperature, stabilize blood composition and oversee other monitoring devices.

Carry out pharmacological interventions or blood transfusions as directed by primary surgeon

Keep surgical team informed of the patient’s condition throughout the surgery.

Responsible for measuring various blood parameters and other indicators to identify appropriate mechanical intervention techniques, appropriate pharmacological treatments, and precise thermal manipulation techniques needed to maintain a viable physiological condition in the patient.

Must have a thorough knowledge of the equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation function.

Consult with the surgeon to help in selecting the appropriate equipment and techniques to be utilized during surgery.

Required Education

Candidates must be board certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or be Board eligible and become Board certified within two years of graduation from an Accredited Perfusion.
Candidates must have successfully completed training from an accredited perfusion program.
New grads tenure contingent on passing the ABCP exam.
Ability to work on Call.

Required Experience:

2 years preferred experience in the field.

Job Summary:

A perfusionist, is a specialized healthcare professional who operates the cardiopulmonary bypass machine (heart–lung machine) during cardiac surgery and other surgeries that require cardiopulmonary bypass to manage the patient’s physiological status. As a member of the cardiovascular surgical team, the perfusionist helps maintain blood flow to the body’s tissues as well as regulate levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood. It is the perfusionist’s responsibility to manage the metabolic and physiological demands of the patient during the procedure.

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for preparation of the heart-lung machine and any other equipment critical to the specific operation.

Continuously monitor the patient’s status to manage the rate of blood circulation, balance the hemodynamics, maintain body temperature, stabilize blood composition and oversee other monitoring devices.

Carry out pharmacological interventions or blood transfusions as directed by primary surgeon

Keep surgical team informed of the patient’s condition throughout the surgery.

Responsible for measuring various blood parameters and other indicators to identify appropriate mechanical intervention techniques, appropriate pharmacological treatments, and precise thermal manipulation techniques needed to maintain a viable physiological condition in the patient.

Must have a thorough knowledge of the equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation function.

Consult with the surgeon to help in selecting the appropriate equipment and techniques to be utilized during surgery.

Required Education

Candidates must be board certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or be Board eligible and become Board certified within two years of graduation from an Accredited Perfusion.
Candidates must have successfully completed training from an accredited perfusion program.
New grads tenure contingent on passing the ABCP exam.
Ability to work on Call.

Required Experience:

2 years preferred experience in the field.

Keystone Perfusion Services PC is seeking a Full-Time Pennsylvania Licensed Perfusionist to cover our ECMO program at Lancaster General Health. This individual will provide bedside ECMO coverage. We utilize Maquet Rotaflow and NovaLung Systems.

Highlights of this position:

No Call Required

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Three – 13 Hour Shifts per Week (Primarily Evening Shifts)

5 Weeks PTO

Up to $1500.00 CEU Reimbursement per Year

Competitive Salary

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) 3% Employer Contribution

Required Experience:

Bachelor’s degree
Four years of clinical experience as a Perfusionist in an acute care facility, including a minimum of 500 hundred hours of ECMO coverage.
Current Pennsylvania State Perfusion license
Certification from America Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion
Current BLS certification
Job Type: Full-time

Title: Full-Time Staff Perfusionist – University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH

Overview:

We are seeing a Full-Time Staff Perfusionists to provide services to The University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH. The perfusion team totals 2.0 FTEs sharing case and call responsibilities. UTMC generally performs mostly CABGs and valves. The facility performs roughly 100 cases per year. The Perfusion Department is also responsible for cell salvage, PRPs, IABPs, and occasional ECMO.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation – $60.09 to $69.55 per hour;

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (employee contribution applies);

Paid-Time Off (5 Weeks / Accrual Basis)

CEU Reimbursement $1500.00 per year

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) – 3% Company Non-elective Contribution

Optional Benefits:

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Additional Life Insurance

Description:

Applies, and provides quality circulatory and extracorporeal technology techniques in the operating room and throughout the organization for patient care. This technology includes but is not limited to: cardiopulmonary bypass; autologous blood recovery/blood conservation, platelet gel, ventricular support; left heart bypass; intra-aortic balloon pumping; cardiopulmonary assist; extracorporeal membrane oxygenation; counterpulsation; myocardial preservation; anticoagulation and hematologic monitoring/analysis; induction of hyper/hypothermia with a reversal; hemodilution; hemofiltration; administration of medications, blood components and anesthetic agents via the extracorporeal circuit; organ preservation, and; surgical assisting.

Other Responsibilities:

Responsible for ordering, stocking, maintaining, organization, and inventory of perfusion supplies. Other duties as assigned.

Setting(s):

Hospitals: Surgical Services; Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory; Intensive Care or Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units, or any other area of the hospital requiring emergent bypass intervention
Supervision:

Direct supervision by the physician performing the specific procedure and the Manager of Perfusion services at the clinical site;
Indirect supervision by the Regional Perfusion Manager & Executive Leadership
Definition of Care or Service:

Performs those functions necessary for the support, treatment, measurement or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of a patient. Scope of Service may include:

Performs and or manages the following safely and efficiently:
Extracorporeal Circulation/ Cardiopulmonary Support
Counter-pulsation
Circulatory support/ventricular assistance
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
Blood conservation techniques/auto-transfusion
Anti-coagulation and hematologic monitoring/analysis
Physiological monitoring/analysis
Blood gas and blood chemistry monitoring/analysis
Induction of hypothermia/hyperthermia with reversal
Hemodilution
Hemofiltration
Permission to accept verbal orders
Administration of medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents via the extracorporeal circuit
Documentation of inpatient medical record associated with described duties
Maintenance of equipment logs
Specific treatment modalities:
Participation in delivery of platelet gel
Participation in conducting research studies
Patient resuscitation in coordination with the Cardiovascular team
Coordination of care with other disciplines
Maintains and secures patient data and records
Documents the procedure in the medical record
Demonstrates Clinical and Service excellence behaviors to include code of HCA conduct core fundamentals in daily interactions with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher
Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program
Certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
American Heart Association or Red Cross health care provider BLS Certification
Competencies:

The Certified Cardiovascular Perfusionist will demonstrate:

The safe and effective operation of cardiac perfusion equipment
Maintains equipment in good working order
Informs Biomed of maintenance that needs to be performed on equipment
Demonstrates effective infection control practices related to equipment operation
Accurate patient information review
Uses at least two ways to identify patients before treating or performing a procedure
Verifies that the requested procedure correlates with the patient’s clinical history, presentation, and physician order
Participates in the pre-procedure process to verify the correct procedure, for the correct patient, at the correct site and involves the patient in the verification process when possible
Participates in a time-out immediately before the start of an invasive procedure or making of the incision.
Accesses the patient medical record appropriately
Documents in the medical record according to the facility standard/policy
Maintains a safe environment
Labels containers used for blood and specimens in the presence of the patient
Labels all medications and solutions on and off the sterile field in perioperative and procedural settings
Infection Prevention
Practices consistent hand hygiene
Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
Required immunizations per Division requirements
Complies with Isolation precautions
Maintains sterile field

Professional Development:

Participates in the required educational programs.
Participates in monthly departmental meetings.
Maintains current certification and licensure (if applicable) requirements for Perfusion practice.

Required Skills and Experience:

Highly effective verbal and written communication skills are required to interact with patients, families, departmental units, medical and nursing staff, or all essential matters.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional
organizations, teaching, research, publishing, and/or certification in an area of specialty.

Ability to perform clinically as a Certified Clinical Perfusionist in the facility setting on a regular basis.

Ability to operate, use, and interpret data from a wide variety of equipment to perform perfusion care as well as necessary perioperative or operating room care to support the safety and wellbeing of the patient while they are under the care of the Perfusionist.

Effective verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively collaborate with various clinical staff and other disciplines.

Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served.

Call us to inquire at 800.407.1198 or simply apply online at https://keystoneperfusion.com/employment/

($30,000. SIGN ON BONUS) We are expanding! Come start up a new facility with us! Work with an experienced team. Experience or new grads welcome. What a great place for a new grad to learn! Great learning environment. 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 strong team player. We are an all adult practice, which includes, but not limited to CPB, VAD/ECMO (Insertion. No long term monitoring), TAVR’s, and Cell Saver. 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. Keeneland Racetrack. University of Kentucky Sports.  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, Louisville, 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 current resume to [email protected].  **No phone calls.

We are seeking a highly-motivated candidate with a positive attitude who must be Board Certified (ABCP) or eligible with at least 5+ years of experience as a practicing Cardiovascular Perfusionist.

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 Port Charlotte, FL or the immediate surrounding area.

PDC occupies a unique position in the industry, offering ample opportunity for professional growth through its diverse business approach. The candidate would be working independently at a small heart program performing about 100 open-heart procedures per year. Hospital has an excellent surgical team, and there will be no ECMO or VADs. Ample PTO and backup coverage will be provided by Perfusion.com’s SWFL team.

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
Fort Myers, FL 33908
(866) 892-0265 ext. 101
[email protected]

Come join the Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. team! We are looking for an experienced Staff Perfusionist with 3+ years’ experience. 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. 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

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.

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 and a generous comprehensive benefit package along with an employer 401K match.

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Staff Perfusionists provide quality clinical perfusion services for adult patients during cardiothoracic surgeries, administer emergency cardiac and other perfusion procedures including ECMO in the Phoenix area. The position responsibilities include:

-Operate heart-lung machine during open-heart procedures.

-Participate in direct patient care during cardiac surgery by providing total or partial body perfusion, with desired temperature control and maintenance of normal physiological function.

-Set-up and prepare the heart-lung machine, platelet gel, and autotransfusion machines for use in surgery independently.

-Provide daily maintenance of the heart-lung machines and other equipment following surgery.

-Prepare heparin and protamine dosages for the patient under the direction of the surgeon, including running the ACTs during CPB.

-Perform point of care blood gas monitoring.

-Operate autotransfusion system for cardiac and other procedures that require autotransfusion services.

-Responsible for ongoing self-learning and maintenance of clinical skills.

-Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; pride in work performed; and flexibility in acceptance of assignments.

-Consistently maintain professional behavior and appearance.

-Ability to meet on-call requirements (nights, weekends and holidays) within 30 minutes.

-Must be able to independently cover multiple hospitals and multiple accounts daily.

-Minimum 3 years experience required.

-Perform other duties as assigned.

Staff Perfusionists provide quality clinical perfusion services for adult patients during cardiothoracic surgeries, administer emergency cardiac and other perfusion procedures including ECMO in the Phoenix area. The position responsibilities include:

-Operate heart-lung machine during open-heart procedures.

-Participate in direct patient care during cardiac surgery by providing total or partial body perfusion, with desired temperature control and maintenance of normal physiological function.

-Set-up and prepare the heart-lung machine, platelet gel, and autotransfusion machines for use in surgery independently.

-Provide daily maintenance of the heart-lung machines and other equipment following surgery.

-Prepare heparin and protamine dosages for the patient under the direction of the surgeon, including running the ACTs during CPB.

-Perform point of care blood gas monitoring.

-Operate autotransfusion system for cardiac and other procedures that require autotransfusion services.

-Responsible for ongoing self-learning and maintenance of clinical skills.

-Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; pride in work performed; and flexibility in acceptance of assignments.

-Consistently maintain professional behavior and appearance.

-Ability to meet on-call requirements (nights, weekends and holidays) within 30 minutes.

-Must be able to independently cover multiple hospitals and multiple accounts daily.

-Minimum 3 years experience required.

-Perform other duties as assigned.

Comprehensive Care Services Inc. is looking for a Director of Perfusion for Northwest/Westside Hospitals 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 the position and working at this location, please submit your resume to ([email protected])  You can also fill out an application at ccsperfusion.com.

Cincinnati’s only academic medical center is looking for self-motivated candidates who possess a positive attitude and a passion for patient care.

$25,000 Sign on Bonus

An ideal candidate is ABCP certified, but a strong new graduate will be considered.  The candidate will join a team of 8 perfusionists who have 186 years of cumulative experience.  UCMC perfusionists have earned the highest level of respect from surgeons, nurses, and critical care anesthesiologists.  Our perfusionists work alongside a team of ECMO specialists that provide 24/7 in-house coverage for the ECMO program, allowing us to focus our attention on initiations and inter-hospital transports. UCMC was the first adult ECMO center in our region to offer both ground and air transports for ECMO patients.

Procedures include:        Routine/Complex CPB Cases
ECMO Insertion/Transport
Liver and Heart Transplants
VAD Implantations
Autotransfusion
HIPEC
TAVR/TAVI Standby

Our team is composed of both full-time and PRN staff, which allows for a flexible staffing schedule. Total compensation includes annual salary, on-call pay, PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, liability, 401K with matching, continuing education days, tuition reimbursement, and relocation package.

Cincinnati is located on the Ohio River with thriving sports-oriented venues, including professional baseball, football, and soccer teams.  Over-the-Rhine district, University of Cincinnati, and the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens are located close to the hospital.   Eden Park with the Krohn Conservatory, Cincinnati Playhouse and Art Museum, along with the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, Cincinnati Music Hall, Findlay Market, Taft Museum, and Cincinnati Observatory are other highlights of the city.

Cincinnati has easy access to the Indianapolis, Louisville, Lexington, Columbus and Dayton areas.

 

If interested in joining our team, please send your resume to Jessica Gummow, Director of Perfusion, at [email protected].

 

Perfusion.com is seeking a full-time chief perfusionist to join our quickly-growing cardiac program at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas. We at Perfusion.com alongside a fantastic cardiac team, honor and sustain the hospital’s proud history delivering world-class, compassionate care close to home. The hospital has 378 licensed beds, a history of technological advancements, and a generous and supportive community.

Located 1 hour from Kansas City and 20 minutes from the University of Kansas, Topeka is the capital city of Kansas with a population of over 125,000.  Coupled with an extremely favorable cost of living, Topeka offers a variety of family-centered activities and attractions.

An ideal candidate for our practice is an experienced practitioner who is highly motivated and professional, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Call responsibilities would be equally divided between two team members. No state license is required and the salary is commensurate with experience. A generous sign-on bonus would be included.  

The practice is primarily CABGs but our team also performs complex valve and aortic procedures. Join us and enjoy an outstanding work/life balance. 

 

The Cardiovascular Perfusionist is responsible for the operation of extra corporeal circulation equipment used during situations where it is necessary to support or replace the patient’s cardiopulmonary/circulatory function.  Conducts preoperative patient evaluations of primarily adult to geriatric patients.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.       *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2.      *Conducts preoperative patient evaluation to determine the appropriate extracorporeal components to be used.

3.       *Prepares and operates all perfusion related equipment including heart/lung machines, centrifugal pumps, ECMO systems, artificial heart pumps, ventricular assist pumps, intra-aortic balloon pumps, blood pressures monitoring equipment, blood conservation equipment, blood gas, electrolyte analysis and Heparin management systems.

4.      *Performs therapeutic interventions by protocol consistent with changes during perfusion.

5.       *Administers medication, blood components, and anesthetic agents as necessary.

6.      *Contributes in the development and maintenance of Quality Control and Quality Assurance initiatives.

7.       *Assists with the transport of patients needing cardiac pulmonary support, which may require travel by ground or air at any time of day or night.

8.      *Contributes to the development and maintenance of perfusion-related policies, procedures and protocols.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Training and educational equivalence to graduation from a school of Cardiovascular Perfusion required.  Licensure from the State of Nebraska to practice perfusion required.  Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.

Regular on-call expectations – 10-14 days in a 6 week timeframe; this includes weekend call.  ECMO call/assistance as needed.

Cincinnati’s only academic medical center is looking for self-motivated candidates who possess a positive attitude and a passion for patient care.

An ideal candidate is ABCP certified, but a strong new graduate will be considered.  The candidate will work with 7 perfusionists who have 143 years cumulative experience.  These perfusionists have earned the highest level of respect from surgeons, nurses, and critical care anesthesiologists.  Learning while working occurs daily with this approachable staff.

Procedures include:

Routine/Complex CPB Cases
ECMO Insertion/Transport/Care
Liver and Heart Transplants
VAD Insertions
Autotransfusion
HIPEC
TAVR Standby

Our team is composed of both full-time and PRN staff, which allows for a flexible staffing schedule. We conduct competency training for staff, wet labs for ECMO transport, and collaborate with air care and mobile care for ECMO transport simulations.

Total compensation includes annual salary, on-call pay, PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, liability, 401K with matching, continuing education days, tuition reimbursement, and relocation package.

Cincinnati is located on the Ohio River with thriving sports-oriented venues, including professional baseball, football, and soccer teams.  Over-the-Rhine district, University of Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens are located close to the hospital.   Eden Park with the Krohn Conservatory, Cincinnati Playhouse and Art Museum, along with the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, Cincinnati Music Hall, Findlay Market, Taft Museum, and Cincinnati Observatory are other highlights of the city.

Cincinnati has easy access to the Indianapolis, Louisville, Lexington, Columbus and Dayton areas.

 

If interested in joining our team, please send your resume to Jessica Gummow, Director of Perfusion, at [email protected].

Cincinnati’s only academic medical center is looking for self-motivated candidates who possess a positive attitude and a passion for patient care.

An ideal candidate is ABCP certified, but a strong new graduate will be considered.  The candidate will work with 7 perfusionists who have 143 years cumulative experience.  These perfusionists have earned the highest level of respect from surgeons, nurses, and critical care anesthesiologists.  Learning while working occurs daily with this approachable staff.

Procedures include:

Routine/Complex CPB Cases
ECMO Insertion/Transport/Care
Liver and Heart Transplants
VAD Insertions
Autotransfusion
HIPEC
TAVR Standby

Our team is composed of both full-time and PRN staff, which allows for a flexible staffing schedule. We conduct competency training for staff, wet labs for ECMO transport, and collaborate with air care and mobile care for ECMO transport simulations.

Total compensation includes annual salary, on-call pay, PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, liability, 401K with matching, continuing education days, tuition reimbursement, and relocation package.

Cincinnati is located on the Ohio River with thriving sports-oriented venues, including professional baseball, football, and soccer teams.  Over-the-Rhine district, University of Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens are located close to the hospital.   Eden Park with the Krohn Conservatory, Cincinnati Playhouse and Art Museum, along with the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, Cincinnati Music Hall, Findlay Market, Taft Museum, and Cincinnati Observatory are other highlights of the city.

Cincinnati has easy access to the Indianapolis, Louisville, Lexington, Columbus and Dayton areas.

 

If interested in joining our team, please send your resume to Jessica Gummow, Director of Perfusion, at [email protected].

Cincinnati’s only academic medical center is looking for self-motivated candidates who possess a positive attitude and a passion for patient care.

An ideal candidate is ABCP certified, but a strong new graduate will be considered.  The candidate will work with 7 perfusionists who have 143 years cumulative experience.  These perfusionists have earned the highest level of respect from surgeons, nurses, and critical care anesthesiologists.  Learning while working occurs daily with this approachable staff.

Procedures include:

Routine/Complex CPB Cases
ECMO Insertion/Transport/Care
Liver and Heart Transplants
VAD Insertions
Autotransfusion
HIPEC
TAVR Standby

Our team is composed of both full-time and PRN staff, which allows for a flexible staffing schedule. We conduct competency training for staff, wet labs for ECMO transport, and collaborate with air care and mobile care for ECMO transport simulations.

Total compensation includes annual salary, on-call pay, PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, liability, 401K with matching, continuing education days, tuition reimbursement, and relocation package.

Cincinnati is located on the Ohio River with thriving sports-oriented venues, including professional baseball, football, and soccer teams.  Over-the-Rhine district, University of Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens are located close to the hospital.   Eden Park with the Krohn Conservatory, Cincinnati Playhouse and Art Museum, along with the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, Cincinnati Music Hall, Findlay Market, Taft Museum, and Cincinnati Observatory are other highlights of the city.

Cincinnati has easy access to the Indianapolis, Louisville, Lexington, Columbus and Dayton areas.

 

If interested in joining our team, please send your resume to Jessica Gummow, Director of Perfusion, at [email protected].

The Cardiovascular Perfusionist is responsible for the operation of extra corporeal circulation equipment used during situations where it is necessary to support or replace the patient’s cardiopulmonary/circulatory function.  Conducts preoperative patient evaluations of primarily adult to geriatric patients.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.       *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2.      *Conducts preoperative patient evaluation to determine the appropriate extracorporeal components to be used.

3.       *Prepares and operates all perfusion related equipment including heart/lung machines, centrifugal pumps, ECMO systems, artificial heart pumps, ventricular assist pumps, intra-aortic balloon pumps, blood pressures monitoring equipment, blood conservation equipment, blood gas, electrolyte analysis and Heparin management systems.

4.      *Performs therapeutic interventions by protocol consistent with changes during perfusion.

5.       *Administers medication, blood components, and anesthetic agents as necessary.

6.      *Contributes in the development and maintenance of Quality Control and Quality Assurance initiatives.

7.       *Assists with the transport of patients needing cardiac pulmonary support, which may require travel by ground or air at any time of day or night.

8.      *Contributes to the development and maintenance of perfusion-related policies, procedures and protocols.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Training and educational equivalence to graduation from a school of Cardiovascular Perfusion required.  Licensure from the State of Nebraska to practice perfusion required.  Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.

Regular on-call expectations – 10-14 days in a 6 week timeframe; this includes weekend call.  ECMO call/assistance as needed.

Cincinnati’s only academic medical center is looking for self-motivated candidates who possess a positive attitude and a passion for patient care.

An ideal candidate is ABCP certified, but a strong new graduate will be considered.  The candidate will work with 7 perfusionists who have 143 years cumulative experience.  These perfusionists have earned the highest level of respect from surgeons, nurses, and critical care anesthesiologists.  Learning while working occurs daily with this approachable staff.

Procedures include:

Routine/Complex CPB Cases
ECMO Insertion/Transport/Care
Liver and Heart Transplants
VAD Insertions
Autotransfusion
HIPEC
TAVR Standby

Our team is composed of both full-time and PRN staff, which allows for a flexible staffing schedule. We conduct competency training for staff, wet labs for ECMO transport, and collaborate with air care and mobile care for ECMO transport simulations.

Total compensation includes annual salary, on-call pay, PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, liability, 401K with matching, continuing education days, tuition reimbursement, and relocation package.

Cincinnati is located on the Ohio River with thriving sports-oriented venues, including professional baseball, football, and soccer teams.  Over-the-Rhine district, University of Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens are located close to the hospital.   Eden Park with the Krohn Conservatory, Cincinnati Playhouse and Art Museum, along with the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, Cincinnati Music Hall, Findlay Market, Taft Museum, and Cincinnati Observatory are other highlights of the city.

Cincinnati has easy access to the Indianapolis, Louisville, Lexington, Columbus and Dayton areas.

 

If interested in joining our team, please send your resume to Jessica Gummow, Director of Perfusion, at [email protected].

NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a premier integrated healthcare delivery system consistently ranked as a Top 15 Teaching Hospital in the United States. Headquartered in Evanston, Ill., NorthShore is a non-for-profit organization comprised of four hospitals – Evanston, Glenbrook, Highland Park and Skokie. The system includes a 950+ physician multispecialty group practice with 130 locations across Chicagoland. NorthShore has annual revenues of $2.1 billion and employs more than 10,500 people.  When you work for NorthShore, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Northshore was also the recipient of the IBM Watson award in 2020.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Staff Perfusionist for our Perfusion department located at Evanston Hospital in Evanston, Illinois.  This is a full-time position and is benefits eligible.  Hours are on a rotating shift basis. Work may be at any of the four NorthShore University HealthSystem hospitals: Evanston, Skokie, Glenbrook, and Highland Park.

Responsibilities:

Perform functions necessary for the support, treatment, measurement or supplementation of the cardiopulmonary and circulatory system of the patient including: counterpulsation, circulatory support ventricular assistance, blood conservation/autotransfusion, myocardial preservation, anticoagulation and hematologic monitoring, induction of hypothermia with reversal, hemodilution and other associated duties.
Create and modify existing techniques to accommodate complex cardiac procedures such as LVAD, DHCA, ECMO, or bridge-to-transplant
Engage in rapid, critical decision-making to meet the needs of individual patients
Provide advice and counsel to medical, professional, and technical colleagues on issued related to perfusion
Qualifications:

License: Must be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and licensed by the State of Illinois
Certification: CPR certified
Education: Graduate of an accredited Perfusion Program
Please explore our website (www.northshore.org) to better understand how NorthShore delivers on its mission “to preserve and improve human life” through superior clinical care, academic excellence and innovative research.

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Quest Medical, Inc. is a US based manufacturer that develops and manufactures sterile medical devices for a variety of medical markets. Those markets include cardiac surgery, ophthalmic surgery, oncology, IV fluid, and anesthesia delivery. Our company culture is very diverse and the average tenure for our employee population is 10+ years. If you are looking for a stable and successful company where your voice will be heard, Quest is the place to be.

 

Position Title:

Clinical Specialist – direct hire / full time

 

Reports to:

Director of MPS Clinical Sales

 

Location:

Prefer candidate to be located in the western portion of the US and will be covering entire US for the time being

 

Summary:

The Clinical Specialist will be responsible for assisting the Territory Sales Manager, leading clinical evaluations & trials, in addition to collecting, analyzing & presenting data. Responsibilities will also include giving clinical presentations at professional meetings, cardiothoracic residency/fellowship programs and perfusion schools. The Clinical Specialist will assist the Territory Sales Manager selling, promoting and providing strategic account management of all of Quest’s products. These sales will drive revenue growth by new account development and the expansion of existing accounts, to meet sales quotas based on the company’s sales goals.

 

Requirements:

·       Current or previous CCP (Certified Clinical Perfusionist) required. Bachelor’s Degree or above will be required with a minimum of 5+ years’ experience.

·       Solid understanding of specified functional area, and application of business concepts, procedures & practices.

·       Capable of managing time and resources within the assigned territory in conjunction with near-term plans to ensure the territory’s objectives are achieved.

·       Ensure compliance with governmental regulations and maintaining honesty, integrity and excellent work ethics.

·       Be able to enhance teamwork within the region and maintain a collaborative relationship with all levels of the organization.

·       Carry out operations within an established budget.

·       Must have sound knowledge of a variety of alternatives and their impact on the business, and be able to exercise judgment in selecting innovative and practical methods to achieve problem resolution in the assigned territory.

·       Establish and cultivate an extensive network of support to facilitate completion of assignments.

·       Ability to influence middle & upper management and external customers on technical as well as new business solutions.

·       Participate in the development of less experienced staff by setting an examples, providing guidance and offering counsel. May lead a project team and participate in determining goals and objectives for projects.

·       Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft in Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook and familiarity with CRM tools.

·       Must have a valid driver’s license

 

Quality Requirements:

·       Build Quality into all aspects of work.

·       Ensure compliance to all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations (As applicable to your job function).

·       You must have the education and experience to understand and comply with U.S. and Worldwide medical device regulations (As applicable to your job function).

·       Attend all required Quality & Compliance training at the specified interval.

·       Adopt the “Beyond Compliance Quality Culture” in the work environment; always meet and exceed requirements.

·       Must practice verbatim compliance (exact compliance, no interpretation) with corporate Quality and Regulatory procedures (As applicable to your job function).

·       If your job description requires customer facing activities, you must thoroughly understand and comply with the Customer complaint reporting process and complaint procedures (As applicable to your job function).

·       Must be able to promptly report any non-compliance issues to QA, RA, Compliance officer or appropriate administrator, including the Compliance Hotline.

·       Must be competent with 21 CFR 820, 801, 803, 806 and any other applicable federal regulations, and Quality standards (As applicable to your job function).

·        Must not be debarred by FDA for work in any Medical Device or Pharmaceutical business.

 

Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions:

·       Ensures environmental consciousness and safe practices are exhibited in decisions.

·       Ensure up-to-date knowledge and compliance with all environmental, safety and health policies. Make management aware of any actual or potential hazards in work environment and recommend any improvements to reduce exposure

·       Use of computer and telephone equipment and other related office accessories/devices to complete assignments

·       Will be required to lift up to 40 LBS

·       The position requires travel of approximately 75% and above.

 

Internal and External Contacts/Relationships:

·       Field Sales and Service teams.

·       Internal department such as Finance, Sales Compensation, Sales Reporting, Marketing and Service.

·       Perfusionists, Physicians, nurses and other hospital personnel.

 

Duties:

·       Serve as a key business partner to Quest clients in the field, develop & maintain strong relationships. Promptly respond to customer needs & complaints regarding products & service.

·       Lead and/or participate in the coordination of clinical evaluations & trials.

·       Collect, analyze & present clinical data related to the use of Quest products.

·       Present at professional meetings, cardiothoracic residency & fellowship programs & perfusion schools.

·       Attend Industry tradeshows.

·       Assist Sales team in selling products by scheduling meetings with current and potential customers to fulfill revenue and unit growth objectives assigned by company on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.

·       Determine the needs (e.g., product and pricing), goals, product usage, and types of cases handled by specific customers by meeting with and asking in-depth questions of physicians and other hospital personnel to learn which Quest products can best address their specific needs.

·       Develop relationships with hospital personnel (e.g. through casual conversation, meetings, participation in conferences) to make new contacts in other departments within hospital and to identify key purchasing decision makers in order to facilitate future sales.

·       Educate customers on the merits and proper clinical usage of company products by giving presentations and demonstrations using a wide variety of formats and platforms (e.g., slides, transparencies, manuals) to secure purchasing commitments, often with the help of incentive programs and services made available to the account being developed.

·       Observe actual procedures in the operating room of hospital accounts to gain insight into the specific nuances of each physician & perfusionist.

·       Provide front-line management to contract clinical specialist pool, identifying resource needs, deploying resources to accounts, tracking program costs and revenue impact, and meeting annual budget goals

·       Collaborate with R&D team on new product development activities to provide clinical input as well as utilizing clinical network for Voice of Customer activities

 

Disclaimer:

The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

 

Notables / Benefits:

·       Mid-size company with great company culture that is well diverse

·       Have a voice in the company

·       Average tenure for employee population is 10-15+ years

·       401k with employee matching available

·       Paid vacation, health/vision/dental, and other excellent benefits

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) is committed to improving the quality of life for every child and bringing the world the joy of healthier kids.  We are one of the most respected names in children’s health care.  U.S. News & World Report ranked Cincinnati Children’s No. 3 in the nation in the magazine’s 2019-2020 list of the best children’s hospitals with our Heart Institute consistently ranking in the top ten.

The Department of Cardiovascular Perfusion has an immediate opening and is seeking an experienced pediatric perfusionist to operate circulation technology applications including but not limited to: cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB); left heart bypass; ventricular assist device (VAD); HIPEC; veno-venous by pass for liver transplantation; and autologous blood recovery/blood conservation.

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.
  • Must be certified or eligible to sit for the certification exam and actively pursuing certification, by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or must demonstrate equivalent qualifications and competency. 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

 

If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Erin Lutz, HR Consultant at [email protected].

 

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.

 

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) is committed to improving the quality of life for every child and bringing the world the joy of healthier kids.  We are one of the most respected names in children’s health care.  U.S. News & World Report ranked Cincinnati Children’s No. 3 in the nation in the magazine’s 2019-2020 list of the best children’s hospitals with our Heart Institute consistently ranking in the top ten.

The Department of Cardiovascular Perfusion has an immediate opening and is seeking an experienced pediatric perfusionist to operate circulation technology applications including but not limited to: cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB); left heart bypass; ventricular assist device (VAD); HIPEC; veno-venous by pass for liver transplantation; and autologous blood recovery/blood conservation.

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.
  • Must be certified or eligible to sit for the certification exam and actively pursuing certification, by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or must demonstrate equivalent qualifications and competency. 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

 

If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Erin Lutz, HR Consultant at [email protected].

 

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.

 

Circulatory Assist Services, Inc. (CASI) announces an immediate opening for a full-time Perfusionist to join our expanding team in Toledo, OH. Come and be a part of our cohesive group supporting routine adult cardiovascular procedures, including cath lab stand-by procedures while enjoying a nice work/life balance.

Competitive salary and benefits package includes PTO, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401K matching plan, short-term disability, professional liability insurance, paid ABCP recertification and AmSECT dues, a generous continuing education allowance and relocation assistance.

Toledo, located along the western edge of Lake Erie, is conveniently located at the intersection of America’s two most traveled highways, I-75 and 80/90 turnpike and an hour from Detroit Metro airport. Our revitalized downtown meets the shore and offers riverfront views, music venues and local eateries like the famous Tony Packo’s. Enjoy our world renowned Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo Zoo & Aquarium and Imagination Station, the city’s hands-on science center. Explore one of sixteen area metroparks or cheer on one of our city’s Minor League teams, the Toledo Mud Hens baseball and the Toledo Walleye hockey.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited perfusion program, and be certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion. Must attain certification within the first 18 months of employment. Both New Graduates and Experienced Perfusionists are welcome.

Please email your contact information and resume to: [email protected]

Duke Heart at Duke University Health System is consistently ranked as a top national program by U.S. News & World Report. The perfusion team at Duke is integral to the success of our Heart program and consistently ranks high in work culture. Duke Perfusion has an exciting leadership opportunity to support our team, which through rapid growth of our heart program and regional collaboration, consists of over 30 staff perfusionists. Duke employees are part of a premier organization dedicated to excellence in education, research, and patient care.

Duke University Hospital, located in Durham, NC, is special for many reasons – known as “Ever changing. Never changing”.  Durham is centrally located between the beaches and mountains of North Carolina. It is part of the Triangle including Chapel Hill, Durham, and Raleigh that ranks as one of the top places to live and work both nationally and regionally. 
 

The ideal candidate for the position of Chief, Perfusion Services; Duke University Health System (DUHS) will be a clinical expert in perfusion and extracorporeal technology. Successful candidates will be required to lead with positivity, communicate effectively, support mutual respect and the well-being of staff, and be committed to personal and professional development of themselves, the Perfusion Team, and the Duke Heart team.
 

Our team provides comprehensive perfusion services for neonates through adults, including major aortic surgery, chemotherapy, ex vivo heart and lung perfusion, approximately 250 congenital cardiac surgery cases, over 100 lung and 75 heart transplants, 150 VAD implants and more than 200 ECMO cases per year with over 100 VAD/ECMO inter-hospital transports. The Chief will be responsible for the overall vision and strategy of Perfusion Services for the Health System. Additionally, the Chief will collaborate with Duke Heart leadership in areas of operations, programmatic development, and the maintenance and application of perfusion technology to enhance quality, outcomes and research. The Chief has supervisory responsibility for three Associate Chief Perfusionists (Adult Clinical Manager, Pediatric Clinical Manager, ECLS Manager) the team’s Quality and Safety Officer and our affiliate program’s perfusion leadership. The Associate Chiefs are responsible for the day-to-day operations, supervision and coordination of perfusion services by supporting the Chief of Perfusion with the management of patient care, staffing, personnel and fiscal activities. The Chief is supported by an Administrative Assistant and will report directly to the Associate Vice President for Heart Operations for DUHS.
 

The ideal candidate will possess a M.S. degree and completed training from an accredited perfusion program. Candidates with a B.S. degree will be considered if they also have significant Chief or perfusion leadership experience at a like organization. Candidates must also be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion with a minimum of five years as a practicing perfusionist. Progressive leadership experience in a similar organization is preferred. State Licensure is required for all practicing North Carolina Perfusionists.
 

Duke offers a competitive compensation package including salary, 403b, health and dental benefits, PTO, continuing education, and many employee discounts. Relocation assistance is offered.
 

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
 

Interested applicants should submit an online application by copy/pasting the link below or visiting hr.duke.edu/careers and searching req number 311

https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=311&company=dukeuniverP1&username=
 

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