Cardiovascular Perfusionist

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a Cardiovascular Perfusionist for Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. You will be responsible for all aspects of cardiovascular perfusion during adult and pediatric open-heart surgery, operating the heart-lung machine, ECMO, VADs, and related equipment.

Collaborating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and ICU staff, you will ensure patient safety, manage bypass circuits, and supervise residents and nurses in perfusion technique.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited perfusion program.
• Completion of at least 40 cases as required by license.
• Board certification required on hire.
• NYS Perfusionist license required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Directs perfusion during adult/pediatric open-heart surgery.
• Operates heart-lung machine and manages bypass circuit.
• Oversees ECMO, VADs, and related equipment.
• Interacts with surgeon, anesthesiologist, and ICU staff to ensure patient safety.
• Maintains records and participates in training of ECMO Specialists.

Skills

ECMO support and supervision

VAD equipment operation

Heart-lung machine operation

Bypass circuit maintenance

Education

Board Certification from American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion

NYS Perfusion License (CLPRF)

Tools

Sorin S5 heart-lung machine

Hemochron blood gas analyzer

ECMO equipment

Ventilatory and bypass circuit components

Job description

## Cardiovascular PerfusionistApply: Strong Memorial Hospital: Time as Reported / Per Diem: Posted Today: R274911As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.**Job Location (Full Address):**601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642**Opening:**Worker Subtype:RegularTime Type:Time as Reported / Per DiemScheduled Weekly Hours:As ScheduledDepartment:500175 Adult PerfusionWork Shift:UR - Day (United States of America)Range:UR URC 221 HCompensation Range:$76.50 - $114.75*The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.***Responsibilities:**Responsible for all aspects of cardiovascular perfusion during adult and/or pediatric open heart surgery. Exercises a high degree of skill and judgment in operating and maintaining equipment, and an understanding of the principles and methodology of current perfusion techniques. Directs residents, interns, nursing personnel and respiratory therapists in the proper use of ECMO and VAD equipment in the intensive care units. Uses heart-lung machines (Sorin S5), membrane oxygenators, Hemochron machines, all tubing, filters and cannulas used in the bypass circuit, equipment used in autotransfusion, ventricular assist devices, ECMO, centrifugal pumps, blood gas analyzer and operation of the intra-aortic balloon pump.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*** Chooses appropriate oxygenator and accessory equipment for each patient in accordance with current perfusion standards. Assembles, primes, recirculates and completely inspects the integrity of the bypass circuit. Maintains proper sterile precautions during use of all equipment. Operates heart-lung machine and keeps surgeon informed of patient status. Attempts to maintain normal physiologic parameters according to current perfusion standards during the bypass period, such as blood pressure, blood gas values, and blood flow rate. Recognizes, evaluates and corrects all emergency perfusion situations that arise during the bypass period. Interprets lab data and takes appropriate action to correct abnormal values. Works in conjunction with the surgeon and anesthesiologist to provide optimal patient care. Assists surgeon with operative procedures as directed. Assists other perfusionists by transporting blood gas samples, performing appropriate clotting studies and administering cardioplegic solutions. Prepares antibiotics and other drugs used during bypass period. Attends cardiac surgery conference to review future patients.* Evaluates new equipment in the surgical research laboratory and provides comments and recommendations to cardiac surgeons. Performs preventive maintenance, calibration quality assurance and cleaning of all equipment.* Assists with research projects in the surgical research laboratory.* Maintains records of all procedures and ensures proper placement in the patient’s chart and permanent perfusion record. Inventories all items obtained from manufacturers, hospital stores and pharmacy. Inventories, maintains and prepares all graft tissue for implantation.* Assumes on-call duties. Performs veno-venous bypass for liver transplantation according to current perfusion standards. Performs extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), inclduing transport of ECMO patients inside the hospital for various procedures and from outside hospitals by both ground and air transport.* Assists in the training of ECMO Specialists according to current perfusion standards. Operates ventricular assist devices according to current perfusion standards.* Attends local and national medical meetings to maintain awareness of new perfusion methods and equipment.* Other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE*** Graduation from an accredited perfusion program and completion of at least 40 cases as required by license required* Or equivalent combination of education and experience **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS*** Board Certification from American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion upon hire required and* CLPRF - Clinical Perfusionists New York State Perfusionist License upon hire required