ECMO Coordinator - $10,000 Sign On Bonus

SpecialtyCare; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Salary range $120,000–$150,000 yearly

Job summary

SpecialtyCare is hiring an ECMO Coordinator in California to lead the ECMO program, educate staff, and ensure quality care. You will oversee policy development, equipment maintenance, and compliance with reporting requirements, while serving as back-up to the ECMO specialist.

The role emphasizes hands-on patient care and collaboration with OR teams. Ideal candidates have a BS in a healthcare field, current CPR/BLS, ACLS preferred, and at least three years of ECMO experience, plus strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in healthcare related field preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum three years ECMO experience.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ECMO policies and procedures.
• Ensure staff are trained on ECMO standards of care and perfusion technology.
• Supervise ECMO staff and enforce standards of care.
• Meet ELSO documentation and reporting requirements.
• Maintain ECMO equipment and supplies.
• Act as back-up to ECMO specialist/primer.
• Participate in priming, circuit changes and therapy discontinuation.
• Ensure safe setup and troubleshooting of ECMO equipment.
• Maintain competency in pump technology.
• Provide 80% direct patient care in role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ECMO experience

CPR/BLS/ACLS

Strong communication

Clinical quality

Independence / self-starter

Education

Bachelor of Science in healthcare related field

Tools

ECMO equipment operation

Job description

Passionate, driven people dedicated to making a difference in healthcare.

SpecialtyCare continues to grow and we’d like you to grow with us. Our clinicians and technicians participate in over 350,000 surgeries each year in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. We serve more than 1,000 hospitals and support more than 13,000 surgeons. By participating in such a large number of surgeries and by working with world-class surgeons, we are the most experienced provider of outsourced clinical services in the industry. We are always interested in building our team by hiring and training smart, dedicated people who share our values and our commitment to excellence.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

As the ECMO Coordinator, you are responsible for the development and implementation of policies/procedures, education of staff, and quality assurance for the ECMO program. In addition, the ECMO coordinator provides expert oversight for the clinical aspects of the program and serves as back-up to the ECMO Specialist/Primer as needed.

• Develop and implement ECMO policies and procedures
• Ensure staff are trained on current ECMO standards of care and perfusion technology and receive ongoing education to ensure competency
• Provide supervision to ECMO staff and ensure proper standards of care have been implemented
• Ensure ELSO documentation and reporting requirements are met
• Maintain proper functioning of equipment and adequate amount of supplies
• Serve as a back up to the ECMO specialist/primer as needed
• Present for initial priming, circuit changes and discontinuation of therapy for patients needing ECMO
• Ensure the safe and proper set-up of ECMO equipment and troubleshooting
• Maintains current competency in pump technology
• 80% direct patient care clinical responsibility
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Prefer Bachelor of Science Degree in healthcare related field
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
• Minimum of three years ECMO experience

The Successful Candidate

The Successful Candidate must bring a high level of ethical, intellectual, professional and personal values that complement the team and company vision. The following competencies are highly valued:

• Focused on clinical quality and delivering the absolute best results for patients.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a high stress environment necessary.
• Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills are essential.
• Proven self-starter who works well independently and as a part of the OR team.
• Lives the SpecialtyCare Values – Integrity, Care, Urgency, and Improvement.

Compensation

$120,000 – $150,000

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

SpecialtyCare is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.