World's Largest Resource for Cardiovascular Perfusion

Full-Time

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.

NorthShore is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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=
 

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=
 

Comprehensive Care Services is looking for a 4th Staff Perfusionist to join our team in Lubbock, Texas.  Experience perfusionists and/or new graduates are encouraged to apply. The account consists of 2 hospitals and 4 highly-skilled, cardiac surgeons that perform approximately 350 – 400 adult OHS cases per year.  These include CABG’s, aortic/mitral/tricuspid valve surgery, TAVR, aortic procedures, and perfusion standby as needed.  The cardiac teams at each facility are very pleasant, friendly, and outgoing. The schedule of cases provides for a great work/life balance lifestyle. The candidate must be willing to work flexible schedules, demonstrate well-developed interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact in a professional manner with nursing staff, health care team members, and patients/families. Must have bachelor’s or master’s degree and be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or eligible to become certified after one year of employment. Partial tuition reimbursement, relocation reimbursement, and signing bonus may be available to the qualified candidate.

Lubbock is located at the southern end of the High Plains in West Texas. It has a population of about 260,000 with projected growth of over 300,000 people by 2020.  Lubbock job growth is currently 37% and has a comparatively low cost of living index.  Land/housing prices are very reasonable….and Texas boasts NO state income tax! Commute times average 10-15 minutes.  Lubbock is home to Texas Tech University (nationally recognized for NCAA baseball, basketball, and football) and Lubbock High School (recognized by Newsweek as one of the top high schools in the United States).  Lubbock International Airport is 15 minutes from any point in the city, making travel to any destination a breeze.  Palo Duro Canyon (2nd largest canyon in the US) is located 2 hours north of Lubbock. It boasts beautiful views and is perfect for hiking and camping.  With great schools, restaurants, night life, and outdoor activities, Lubbock creates the perfect setting for any individual or family.

If you are interested in the position, please fill out an online employment application at www.ccsperfusion.com.  Toggle over “Work With Us” and “Employment Application”.

 

 

Comprehensive Care Services is looking for a full-time pediatric perfusionist with 2-5 years of experience. Must have Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion.  Holtz Children’s Hospital is expanding their cardiac services in the Miami community and we are seeking an energetic and motivated pediatric perfusionist to join our growing team.  Case load includes cardiopulmonary support for congenital heart defects to include heart transplants, VAD’s, and ECMO for the NICU and PICU units. We are searching for a self-motivated candidate that values team collaboration, professional development, and a diligent work ethic.

Miami has much to offer in outdoor activities and a vibrant night life, especially for the nautical lovers, with our world-famous beaches, bay and offshore fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, a short drive to the Florida Keys and multiple National Parks nearby.  Come be a part of our team and enjoy the numerous opportunities.

Benefits include: Competitive salary with incentives for additional ECMO shifts, Health Benefits thirty days after hire date which include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K, Flexible Spending account, and continuing education assistance

If you are interested in the position, please submit your resume to CCS’s HR department for review. [email protected]. You can also fill out an employment application at ccsperfusion.com

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is seeking a board certified or board eligible (ABCP) full-time perfusionist to join our quickly-growing cardiac program at MercyOne Heart and Vascular Center in Sioux City, Iowa. MercyOne has long been the tri-state area’s leading cardiac program with 200 adult heart surgeries last year. Our team of two perfusionists has a collective 45 years of experience.

MercyOne Siouxland is a regional medical center that serves a 33-county area and is also home to the only Level II Trauma Center in Western Iowa. We are part of the MercyOne network, a connected system of 20,000 colleagues across the state of Iowa. MercyOne Siouxland is owned by Trinity Health of Livonia Mich., the second-largest Catholic health care system in the United States.

In addition to CABGs, our team performs complex valve and aortic procedures, minimally invasive heart surgery and TAVRs. Additional clinical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ECMO, intra-aortic balloon pump, autotransfusion procedures and platelet-rich plasma therapy.

The ideal candidate for our practice should be highly motivated and professional, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Call would be equally divided between three team members. No state license is required for perfusion in Iowa. Salary is commensurate with experience. Join us and enjoy an outstanding work/life balance.

Sioux City is a small city of roughly 85,000 located at the adjoining points of Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota along the Missouri River. The metro area known as ‘Siouxland’ is home to 125,000 people, a prime example of separate states, counties and cities working together to create one united community.

The Siouxland area is energized with progress; a perfect balance of urban opportunities and rural beauty. Our community offers a variety of entertainment opportunities, including an events center, Orpheum Theatre and Hard Rock Casino, a growing historic downtown district, exceptional schools and recreational opportunities.

Contact: Chad Brady, (712) 279-2789, [email protected]

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is seeking a board certified or board eligible (ABCP) full-time perfusionist to join our quickly-growing cardiac program at MercyOne Heart and Vascular Center in Sioux City, Iowa. MercyOne has long been the tri-state area’s leading cardiac program with 200 adult heart surgeries last year. Our team of two perfusionists has a collective 45 years of experience.

MercyOne Siouxland is a regional medical center that serves a 33-county area and is also home to the only Level II Trauma Center in Western Iowa. We are part of the MercyOne network, a connected system of 20,000 colleagues across the state of Iowa. MercyOne Siouxland is owned by Trinity Health of Livonia Mich., the second-largest Catholic health care system in the United States.

In addition to CABGs, our team performs complex valve and aortic procedures, minimally invasive heart surgery and TAVRs. Additional clinical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ECMO, intra-aortic balloon pump, autotransfusion procedures and platelet-rich plasma therapy.

The ideal candidate for our practice should be highly motivated and professional, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Call would be equally divided between three team members. No state license is required for perfusion in Iowa. Salary is commensurate with experience. Join us and enjoy an outstanding work/life balance.

Sioux City is a small city of roughly 85,000 located at the adjoining points of Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota along the Missouri River. The metro area known as ‘Siouxland’ is home to 125,000 people, a prime example of separate states, counties and cities working together to create one united community.

The Siouxland area is energized with progress; a perfect balance of urban opportunities and rural beauty. Our community offers a variety of entertainment opportunities, including an events center, Orpheum Theatre and Hard Rock Casino, a growing historic downtown district, exceptional schools and recreational opportunities.

Contact: Chad Brady, (712) 279-2789, [email protected]

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is seeking a board certified or board eligible (ABCP) full-time perfusionist to join our quickly-growing cardiac program at MercyOne Heart and Vascular Center in Sioux City, Iowa. MercyOne has long been the tri-state area’s leading cardiac program with 200 adult heart surgeries last year. Our team of two perfusionists has a collective 45 years of experience.

MercyOne Siouxland is a regional medical center that serves a 33-county area and is also home to the only Level II Trauma Center in Western Iowa. We are part of the MercyOne network, a connected system of 20,000 colleagues across the state of Iowa. MercyOne Siouxland is owned by Trinity Health of Livonia Mich., the second-largest Catholic health care system in the United States.

In addition to CABGs, our team performs complex valve and aortic procedures, minimally invasive heart surgery and TAVRs. Additional clinical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ECMO, intra-aortic balloon pump, autotransfusion procedures and platelet-rich plasma therapy.

The ideal candidate for our practice should be highly motivated and professional, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Call would be equally divided between three team members. No state license is required for perfusion in Iowa. Salary is commensurate with experience. Join us and enjoy an outstanding work/life balance.

Sioux City is a small city of roughly 85,000 located at the adjoining points of Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota along the Missouri River. The metro area known as ‘Siouxland’ is home to 125,000 people, a prime example of separate states, counties and cities working together to create one united community.

The Siouxland area is energized with progress; a perfect balance of urban opportunities and rural beauty. Our community offers a variety of entertainment opportunities, including an events center, Orpheum Theatre and Hard Rock Casino, a growing historic downtown district, exceptional schools and recreational opportunities.

Contact: Chad Brady, (712) 279-2789, [email protected]

Position Objective:

Chief Perfusionist is responsible for the clinical and administrative oversite of the perfusion department at Anne Arundel Medical Center.

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

*Maintains competency assessment for self and staff, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all credentialing requirements and associated documentation.
*Coordinates staff development and maintains department policies and protocols, utilizing PI data.
*Interprets a variety of technical and clinical data necessary to facilitate the most effective and safe patient care.
*Operates Cardiopulmonary bypass machine and other extracorporeal equipment as necessary to support cardiac and non-   cardiac patients.
*Completes performance evaluation on all perfusion staff.
*Possess the decision making skills necessary to determine adequacy of bypass and effectiveness of other extracorporeal equipment operated by the Perfusion Department.
*Possesses the interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with other health care professionals in order to exchange and relay information.
*Monitors departmental perfusion supply usage and waste, maintains appropriate supply inventory. Initiates cost saving strategies.
*Exhibits communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to assessment, treatment, and interactions with others.
*Maintains perfusion quality control data and reports monthly to CV Leadership.
*Ensures the perfusion department operates within all regulatory guidelines and supports research initiatives.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

Graduation from a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs) Perfusion program
B.S. degree in related healthcare field/ Master degree preferred
3-5 years of experience in perfusion leadership

Required License/Certifications:

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) or ABCP eligibility.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:  Licensure as “Perfusion Advanced” (currently a CCP) by the Maryland Board of Physicians
Licensure/Certification/Registration:  “Perfusion Basic” (not a CCP) – Graduate of a CAAHEP Perfusion program but have not completed the requirements to take the ABCP exam.  Tenure contingent on obtaining licensure as Perfusion Advanced within 2 years of Perfusion Basic title
CPR certification (must have American Heart Association – Health Care Provider)

If interested in this opportunity, please visit www.mghcareers.org and apply for Job ID# 3112010

Job Link: https://partners.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=3112010&lang=en

 

Cardiovascular Staff Perfusionist
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA

Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), located in Boston, MA currently has an opportunity for a Perfusionist to join a team of 15 Perfusionists and 3 Mechanical Assist Specialists. Candidates must be American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) certified or eligible for ABCP certification at the time of employment. This position offers tremendous opportunity for professional growth and encouragement to pursue interests in the realm of Perfusion as well as other clinical areas. The MGH Cardiac Surgical team is comprised of cutting edge innovators and world-renowned legends in the field. Our Chief of Cardiac Surgery has been a vocal advocate for teamwork, effective communication and safety for over a decade and the entire Cardiac Surgery service functions with these tenets at the core of its values.

The MGH Perfusion service provides diverse support across several clinical programs including:
Cardiopulmonary bypass support spanning the adult cardiac surgery realm including procedures such as pulmonary thromboendarterectomy with DHCA, complex ascending/arch/descending aortic reconstruction and adult congenital surgeries.
Intricate involvement with the implementation and hospital-wide support of short term and durable mechanical assist devices supporting a robust cardiac transplantation program.
Pre-operative and intra-operative circulatory support for heart, lung and liver transplant including an ex-vivo transport system operated by the MGH Perfusion service.
Collaboration with the MGH ECMO team throughout the institution and primary responsibility for ECMO management in the operating room setting.
Clinical education rotation site for three perfusion programs. Educating students is an important facet of our mission and integrated into our everyday workflow.
Four levels of on call duties split evenly over the team and are typically limited to one call shift per week plus one weekend per month.

This position offers tremendous opportunities to develop a diverse clinical acumen while participating as a clinician across the spectrum of our profession within a singular institution. The ideal candidate for the Cardiovascular Staff Perfusionist position will be a team player with solid clinical skills and intellectual curiosity. MGH offers excellent benefits, competitive compensation and an opportunity for meaningful career development at a historically significant and progressive hospital with a true sense of teamwork and pride.

Pediatric Perfusionist 

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

 

Regular (Permanent) Full-Time Opportunity

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

 

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) is recruiting additional Perfusionists to increase its complement of skilled Pediatric Perfusionists to meet the current and future demands of this growing program and promote work-life balance.

Over the past five years, the cardiac surgery program at BCCH has grown to include cardiac transplant procedures and internal and external cardiac devices (such as Berlin Hearts and VADs). In November of 2017, BC Children’s Hospital opened a new acute care hospital with state of the art operating rooms, including hybrid interventional/cardiac rooms, all outfitted with the latest technology to support advances in pediatric surgical care.

As part of this dynamic team, you will be involved in the operation of cardiovascular perfusion for a variety of surgical and therapeutic procedures to care for BC’s neonatal and pediatric patients. Your responsibilities will include: performing ECLS initiations and clinical consultation; cell saver activity; managing the physiologic care of children undergoing heart surgery; and maintenance of the specialized equipment used by our perfusion team. Your expertise and knowledge of the complex technology required to meet industry standards for perfusion care will be crucial in assisting the organization to ensure we have the best equipment available to meet the clinical demands of the pediatric population, while ensuring standardization of equipment across the province. You will work collaboratively with a number of programs within the organization, including the cardiology program, the cardiac surgical team, the orthopedic surgical team, the critical care team (including ECLS), and other health professionals, including anesthesia assistants, nurses, and administration.

The Perfusion department is actively engaged in interdisciplinary education around extracorporeal technology both within the hospital and provincially with the BCIT School of Perfusion Sciences.

What you’ll do

  • Perform patient calculations and select, set up, prime, operate and maintain appropriate specialized cardiovascular perfusion equipment for a variety of surgical procedures such as cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, and organ transplantation.
  • Monitor physiological responses to cardiopulmonary bypass by monitoring flows and pressures (such as venous return); collecting and analyzing blood samples; and monitoring laboratory results.
  • Work collaboratively with Biomedical Engineering to ensure all perfusion related equipment meets current standards for maintenance.
  • Assist medical staff with equipment evaluations related to cardiovascular perfusion as directed by providing feedback and input.
  • Participate in perfusion science research projects by reviewing literature and modifying current equipment and procedures and/or developing and testing new equipment and procedures under the direction of the Cardiac Surgeons and/or Anesthetists.

What you bring

  • Graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program
  • Three (3) years’ recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Current experience with Sorin S5 Heart Lung Machine and Berlin heart, Rotoflow, Centrimag, and Heartware blood pumps an asset.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of pediatric perfusion experience preferred.
  • Eligibility to challenge certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion (cscp.ca web site defines requirements for international eligibility).
  • The ability to work well in a challenging work environment with highly skilled professionals.

What’s in it for you

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

BC Children’s Hospital offers a generous benefits package which includes relocation assistance of up to $5000 for eligible expenses, 4 weeks’ vacation entitlement, extended medical and dental coverage, life & disability insurance, plus professional development opportunities with access to over 2,000 in-house training programs.

Consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world, in Vancouver, Canada, you really can have it all. We are a cosmopolitan city within a province that boasts breathtaking natural beauty. We enjoy a temperate climate, safe neighbourhoods and vibrant multiculturalism. Our location and diversity ensure you will have access to world-class recreation, arts, dining and entertainment. Living in Vancouver, you can enjoy the best of everything that life has to offer.

Join BCCH, and we’ll support you in attaining a healthy balance of work with every other aspect of your life. If you want to be fulfilled in every way possible, your future is here.

Job Type: Regular (Permanent) Full-Time

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

Location: 4500 Oak St Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week – Rotating

 

For more information about the role, please contact Linda Hand, Manager, Talent Acquisition at (604) 875-7216 or email [email protected]

 

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) bcchildrens.ca, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children from across British Columbia.

PHSA plans, coordinates and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Pediatric Perfusionist 

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

 

Regular (Permanent) Full-Time Opportunity

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

 

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) is recruiting additional Perfusionists to increase its complement of skilled Pediatric Perfusionists to meet the current and future demands of this growing program and promote work-life balance.

Over the past five years, the cardiac surgery program at BCCH has grown to include cardiac transplant procedures and internal and external cardiac devices (such as Berlin Hearts and VADs). In November of 2017, BC Children’s Hospital opened a new acute care hospital with state of the art operating rooms, including hybrid interventional/cardiac rooms, all outfitted with the latest technology to support advances in pediatric surgical care.

As part of this dynamic team, you will be involved in the operation of cardiovascular perfusion for a variety of surgical and therapeutic procedures to care for BC’s neonatal and pediatric patients. Your responsibilities will include: performing ECLS initiations and clinical consultation; cell saver activity; managing the physiologic care of children undergoing heart surgery; and maintenance of the specialized equipment used by our perfusion team. Your expertise and knowledge of the complex technology required to meet industry standards for perfusion care will be crucial in assisting the organization to ensure we have the best equipment available to meet the clinical demands of the pediatric population, while ensuring standardization of equipment across the province. You will work collaboratively with a number of programs within the organization, including the cardiology program, the cardiac surgical team, the orthopedic surgical team, the critical care team (including ECLS), and other health professionals, including anesthesia assistants, nurses, and administration.

The Perfusion department is actively engaged in interdisciplinary education around extracorporeal technology both within the hospital and provincially with the BCIT School of Perfusion Sciences.

What you’ll do

  • Perform patient calculations and select, set up, prime, operate and maintain appropriate specialized cardiovascular perfusion equipment for a variety of surgical procedures such as cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, and organ transplantation.
  • Monitor physiological responses to cardiopulmonary bypass by monitoring flows and pressures (such as venous return); collecting and analyzing blood samples; and monitoring laboratory results.
  • Work collaboratively with Biomedical Engineering to ensure all perfusion related equipment meets current standards for maintenance.
  • Assist medical staff with equipment evaluations related to cardiovascular perfusion as directed by providing feedback and input.
  • Participate in perfusion science research projects by reviewing literature and modifying current equipment and procedures and/or developing and testing new equipment and procedures under the direction of the Cardiac Surgeons and/or Anesthetists.

What you bring

  • Graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program
  • Three (3) years’ recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Current experience with Sorin S5 Heart Lung Machine and Berlin heart, Rotoflow, Centrimag, and Heartware blood pumps an asset.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of pediatric perfusion experience preferred.
  • Eligibility to challenge certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion (cscp.ca web site defines requirements for international eligibility).
  • The ability to work well in a challenging work environment with highly skilled professionals.

What’s in it for you

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

BC Children’s Hospital offers a generous benefits package which includes relocation assistance of up to $5000 for eligible expenses, 4 weeks’ vacation entitlement, extended medical and dental coverage, life & disability insurance, plus professional development opportunities with access to over 2,000 in-house training programs.

Consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world, in Vancouver, Canada, you really can have it all. We are a cosmopolitan city within a province that boasts breathtaking natural beauty. We enjoy a temperate climate, safe neighbourhoods and vibrant multiculturalism. Our location and diversity ensure you will have access to world-class recreation, arts, dining and entertainment. Living in Vancouver, you can enjoy the best of everything that life has to offer.

Join BCCH, and we’ll support you in attaining a healthy balance of work with every other aspect of your life. If you want to be fulfilled in every way possible, your future is here.

Job Type: Regular (Permanent) Full-Time

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

Location: 4500 Oak St Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week – Rotating

 

For more information about the role, please contact Linda Hand, Manager, Talent Acquisition at (604) 875-7216 or email [email protected]

 

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) bcchildrens.ca, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children from across British Columbia.

PHSA plans, coordinates and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Pediatric Perfusionist 

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

 

Regular (Permanent) Full-Time Opportunity

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

 

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) is recruiting additional Perfusionists to increase its complement of skilled Pediatric Perfusionists to meet the current and future demands of this growing program and promote work-life balance.

Over the past five years, the cardiac surgery program at BCCH has grown to include cardiac transplant procedures and internal and external cardiac devices (such as Berlin Hearts and VADs). In November of 2017, BC Children’s Hospital opened a new acute care hospital with state of the art operating rooms, including hybrid interventional/cardiac rooms, all outfitted with the latest technology to support advances in pediatric surgical care.

As part of this dynamic team, you will be involved in the operation of cardiovascular perfusion for a variety of surgical and therapeutic procedures to care for BC’s neonatal and pediatric patients. Your responsibilities will include: performing ECLS initiations and clinical consultation; cell saver activity; managing the physiologic care of children undergoing heart surgery; and maintenance of the specialized equipment used by our perfusion team. Your expertise and knowledge of the complex technology required to meet industry standards for perfusion care will be crucial in assisting the organization to ensure we have the best equipment available to meet the clinical demands of the pediatric population, while ensuring standardization of equipment across the province. You will work collaboratively with a number of programs within the organization, including the cardiology program, the cardiac surgical team, the orthopedic surgical team, the critical care team (including ECLS), and other health professionals, including anesthesia assistants, nurses, and administration.

The Perfusion department is actively engaged in interdisciplinary education around extracorporeal technology both within the hospital and provincially with the BCIT School of Perfusion Sciences.

What you’ll do

  • Perform patient calculations and select, set up, prime, operate and maintain appropriate specialized cardiovascular perfusion equipment for a variety of surgical procedures such as cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, and organ transplantation.
  • Monitor physiological responses to cardiopulmonary bypass by monitoring flows and pressures (such as venous return); collecting and analyzing blood samples; and monitoring laboratory results.
  • Work collaboratively with Biomedical Engineering to ensure all perfusion related equipment meets current standards for maintenance.
  • Assist medical staff with equipment evaluations related to cardiovascular perfusion as directed by providing feedback and input.
  • Participate in perfusion science research projects by reviewing literature and modifying current equipment and procedures and/or developing and testing new equipment and procedures under the direction of the Cardiac Surgeons and/or Anesthetists.

What you bring

  • Graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program
  • Three (3) years’ recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Current experience with Sorin S5 Heart Lung Machine and Berlin heart, Rotoflow, Centrimag, and Heartware blood pumps an asset.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of pediatric perfusion experience preferred.
  • Eligibility to challenge certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion (cscp.ca web site defines requirements for international eligibility).
  • The ability to work well in a challenging work environment with highly skilled professionals.

What’s in it for you

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

BC Children’s Hospital offers a generous benefits package which includes relocation assistance of up to $5000 for eligible expenses, 4 weeks’ vacation entitlement, extended medical and dental coverage, life & disability insurance, plus professional development opportunities with access to over 2,000 in-house training programs.

Consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world, in Vancouver, Canada, you really can have it all. We are a cosmopolitan city within a province that boasts breathtaking natural beauty. We enjoy a temperate climate, safe neighbourhoods and vibrant multiculturalism. Our location and diversity ensure you will have access to world-class recreation, arts, dining and entertainment. Living in Vancouver, you can enjoy the best of everything that life has to offer.

Join BCCH, and we’ll support you in attaining a healthy balance of work with every other aspect of your life. If you want to be fulfilled in every way possible, your future is here.

Job Type: Regular (Permanent) Full-Time

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

Location: 4500 Oak St Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week – Rotating

 

For more information about the role, please contact Linda Hand, Manager, Talent Acquisition at (604) 875-7216 or email [email protected]

 

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) bcchildrens.ca, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children from across British Columbia.

PHSA plans, coordinates and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Pediatric Perfusionist 

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

 

Regular (Permanent) Full-Time Opportunity

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

 

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) is recruiting additional Perfusionists to increase its complement of skilled Pediatric Perfusionists to meet the current and future demands of this growing program and promote work-life balance.

Over the past five years, the cardiac surgery program at BCCH has grown to include cardiac transplant procedures and internal and external cardiac devices (such as Berlin Hearts and VADs). In November of 2017, BC Children’s Hospital opened a new acute care hospital with state of the art operating rooms, including hybrid interventional/cardiac rooms, all outfitted with the latest technology to support advances in pediatric surgical care.

As part of this dynamic team, you will be involved in the operation of cardiovascular perfusion for a variety of surgical and therapeutic procedures to care for BC’s neonatal and pediatric patients. Your responsibilities will include: performing ECLS initiations and clinical consultation; cell saver activity; managing the physiologic care of children undergoing heart surgery; and maintenance of the specialized equipment used by our perfusion team. Your expertise and knowledge of the complex technology required to meet industry standards for perfusion care will be crucial in assisting the organization to ensure we have the best equipment available to meet the clinical demands of the pediatric population, while ensuring standardization of equipment across the province. You will work collaboratively with a number of programs within the organization, including the cardiology program, the cardiac surgical team, the orthopedic surgical team, the critical care team (including ECLS), and other health professionals, including anesthesia assistants, nurses, and administration.

The Perfusion department is actively engaged in interdisciplinary education around extracorporeal technology both within the hospital and provincially with the BCIT School of Perfusion Sciences.

What you’ll do

  • Perform patient calculations and select, set up, prime, operate and maintain appropriate specialized cardiovascular perfusion equipment for a variety of surgical procedures such as cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, and organ transplantation.
  • Monitor physiological responses to cardiopulmonary bypass by monitoring flows and pressures (such as venous return); collecting and analyzing blood samples; and monitoring laboratory results.
  • Work collaboratively with Biomedical Engineering to ensure all perfusion related equipment meets current standards for maintenance.
  • Assist medical staff with equipment evaluations related to cardiovascular perfusion as directed by providing feedback and input.
  • Participate in perfusion science research projects by reviewing literature and modifying current equipment and procedures and/or developing and testing new equipment and procedures under the direction of the Cardiac Surgeons and/or Anesthetists.

What you bring

  • Graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program
  • Three (3) years’ recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Current experience with Sorin S5 Heart Lung Machine and Berlin heart, Rotoflow, Centrimag, and Heartware blood pumps an asset.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of pediatric perfusion experience preferred.
  • Eligibility to challenge certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion (cscp.ca web site defines requirements for international eligibility).
  • The ability to work well in a challenging work environment with highly skilled professionals.

What’s in it for you

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

BC Children’s Hospital offers a generous benefits package which includes relocation assistance of up to $5000 for eligible expenses, 4 weeks’ vacation entitlement, extended medical and dental coverage, life & disability insurance, plus professional development opportunities with access to over 2,000 in-house training programs.

Consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world, in Vancouver, Canada, you really can have it all. We are a cosmopolitan city within a province that boasts breathtaking natural beauty. We enjoy a temperate climate, safe neighbourhoods and vibrant multiculturalism. Our location and diversity ensure you will have access to world-class recreation, arts, dining and entertainment. Living in Vancouver, you can enjoy the best of everything that life has to offer.

Join BCCH, and we’ll support you in attaining a healthy balance of work with every other aspect of your life. If you want to be fulfilled in every way possible, your future is here.

Job Type: Regular (Permanent) Full-Time

Wage: $53.42 to $58.42 per hour

Location: 4500 Oak St Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week – Rotating

 

For more information about the role, please contact Linda Hand, Manager, Talent Acquisition at (604) 875-7216 or email [email protected]

 

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) bcchildrens.ca, a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children from across British Columbia.

PHSA plans, coordinates and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Excellent Opportunity to enhance your Perfusion Career and Lifestyle. Join our Comprehensive Care Service TEAM.  We invite you to come to Amarillo, TX also known as “North Texas” in the center of the Panhandle is the perfect place to get a big taste of Texas.

Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. is looking to fill a full-time Staff Perfusionist position as soon as possible with at least 3-5 years of perfusion and supervisory experience. Performs procedures relative to the physiological management of patients’ circulatory and respiratory functions during and following cardiac surgery, under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and operating surgeon. Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact professionally with nursing staff, health care team members, patients, and families.

*** Sign on Bonus***

Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact professionally with the Perfusion team, nursing staff, health care team members, patients, and families.

Amarillo, TX is a great town to live in and the perfect place to get a big taste of Texas even if you only have a small amount of time. You will love the Panhandle-Plains Historical museums; real cowboys; thrilling rides at Wonderland Park for the children and the botanical garden.

This is an awesome team to join. With excellent teamwork, everyone achieves more!  One Spirit, One Team One WIN!

Requirements:

•              ABCP certification.

•              Texas Licensure

•              Shared call responsibilities.

Offering Tuition and Relocation Reimbursement.

For immediate consideration please visit ccsperfusion.com to complete an online application.   Click on “Work With Us” and “Employment Application”.

Any questions please email [email protected].

Excellent Opportunity to enhance your Perfusion Career and Lifestyle. Join our Comprehensive Care Service TEAM.  We invite you to come to Amarillo, TX also known as “North Texas” in the center of the Panhandle is the perfect place to get a big taste of Texas.

Comprehensive Care Services, Inc. is looking to fill a full-time Director of Perfusion position as soon as possible.  Director of Perfusion with at least 3-5 years perfusion and supervisory experience.  The Director of Perfusion in the position will provide leadership and management while assuring high quality, cost-effective perfusion service, and customer care.  The Director will play a large role in the operational planning, development, design, and organization of the Perfusion, Blood Management, and ECMO Services within the hospital.

The Director of Perfusion will provide leadership and management while assuring high quality, cost-effective perfusion service, and customer care.  The Director will play a large role in the operational planning, development, design, and organization of the Perfusion, Blood Management within the hospital.

Must be willing to work flexible schedules. Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and communication skills necessary to interact professionally with the Perfusion team, nursing staff, health care team members, patients, and families.   Relocation reimbursement may be available to the qualified candidate.

Amarillo, TX is a great town to live in and the perfect place to get a big taste of Texas even if you only have a small amount of time. You will love the Panhandle-Plains Historical museums; real cowboys; thrilling rides at Wonderland Park for the children and the botanical garden.

This is an awesome team to join. With excellent teamwork, everyone achieves more!  One Spirit, One Team One WIN!

Requirements:

•              ABCP certification.

•              Texas Licensure

•              Shared call responsibilities.

Offering Tuition and Relocation Reimbursement.

For immediate consideration please visit ccsperfusion.com to complete an online application.  Click on “Work With Us” and “Employment Application”.

Any questions please email [email protected]

($20,000. 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 2 Full-Time Staff Perfusionist. *Bring your friend! this ever growing group prides itself on excellent patient outcomes and its’ blood management program. We are looking to hire  highly motivated and independent individuals. You must also have great attitudes, possess good communication skills, and be strong team players. 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 $20,000. 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. Give us a call, you’ll be glad you did! Send current resume to [email protected].  **No phone calls.

Pediatric Perfusionist Supervisor

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

BC Children’s Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Perfusionist Supervisor to lead its exceptional Perfusion team. Apply today to work in the state of the art, TECK Acute Care Centre in the most livable province in the world, providing life-saving care to a vulnerable patient population.

What you’ll do

  • Apply an in-depth knowledge of complex pediatric/neonatal congenital heart disease to safely oversee the day to day operation of Pediatric Perfusion Services.
  • Apply an in-depth knowledge of complex pediatric/neonatal congenital heart disease and the principles of adult learning to safely supervise and participate with ECLS to conduct performance appraisals for Pediatric Perfusion Services staff and provide input into performance appraisals for ECLS specialists.
  • Together with the program manager and other members of the interprofessional care team, participate in the selection of new staff Pediatric Perfusionists.
  • Create and maintain evidence-based written protocols related to standards of practice and quality assurance with respect to all aspects of patient care for pediatric/neonatal patients requiring specialized pediatric/neonatal cardiac bypass or extra corporeal.
  • Apply an in-depth knowledge of complex pediatric/neonatal congenital heart disease to safely conduct evaluations and long term planning; attend and contribute to patient assessment and selection rounds; recommend capital equipment for purchase to the Surgical Services Program Manager; prepare and maintain statistical reports regarding cardiovascular perfusion and provide related data as required.

What you bring

  • Graduation from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion program.
  • Three (3) years’ recent, related experience in the specialty of pediatric/neonatal perfusion with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Eligibility for certification with the Canadian Society of Clinical Perfusion or equivalent certification deemed appropriate by the hospital.

What’s in it for you

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

  • Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
  • Access to more than 2,000 in-house training programs.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan.
  • 12 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • Perks include onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Wage: $59.75 to $65.34 per hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Applications will be accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 0700 – 1500 (on-call)
Requisition Number: 94512

For details about this role, relocation assistance eligibility or work visa support, please contact Linda Hand, Manager, Talent Acquisition: [email protected]

Apply today for this exciting opportunity!

We welcome applicants from across Canada and Internationally.

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) bcchildrens.ca provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children from across British Columbia.

Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, coordinates and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Become a part of something better.

Take a lead role in assisting surgeons in their procedures.

Better people mean better experiences. We seek an experienced, dedicated perfusionist to operate cardiopulmonary bypass throughout surgical procedures, lead staff perfusionists and cell salvaging technicians, and communicate with surgical leadership.

Lead Perfusionist – Surgery
Full-Time, Days | McHenry

  • Operate cardiopulmonary bypass circuit throughout surgical procedures, as directed by surgeons.
  • Supervise staff perfusionists and cell salvaging technicians to ensure competency in the performance of their duties; assign call coverage to provide 24-hour coverage for these services.
  • Communicate with Chief of Cardiac Surgery in determining which perfusion techniques will have the greatest benefits for our patients.
  • Evaluate new equipment/technology and make recommendations based on cost effectiveness, supply utilization, patient benefits and surgeon requests.
  • Take call coverage for cardiac and transplant procedures on a rotating basis with colleagues.
  • Set up and operate portable bypass system, and initiate bypass anywhere in the medical center.

We seek a proven perfusionist and leader with these qualifications.

  • Demonstrated experience as a clinical perfusionist; more than 10 years preferred
  • Graduate of an accredited perfusion school
  • State of Illinois licensed perfusionist
  • CCP certification

A better career is here.

Northwestern Medicine offers the exceptional resources, education, growth opportunities, and benefits, including premier health insurance featuring our renowned physician network. For information and to apply, please visit:

jobs.nm.org

About us

Northwestern Medicine is a 10 – hospital system with more than 60 sites of care throughout Chicagoland. This translates to more than 4,000 aligned physicians, including faculty, residents and researchers, who are dedicated to exceptional service based on our mission of Patients First. The treatment provided within our network is informed by the latest research from the Feinberg School of Medicine.

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