ECMO Specialist 3-12

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC seeks an ECMO Specialist to oversee daily ECMO program operation, monitor circuits, and ensure patient stability across neonatal to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting ECMO equipment, managing blood products and meds, and coordinating with bedside staff for safe perfusion and hemodynamics. Florida license and ICU experience required.

Qualifications

• Florida-licensed RT or RN with ICU experience.
• 2+ years ICU experience required.
• ECMO experience preferred; Primer training beneficial.
• BLS, PALS within 6 weeks; ACLS within 6 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot ECMO equipment and circuits.
• Manage blood products and medications for patients.
• Perform quality control and preventive maintenance on devices.
• Manage CRRT when connected to ECMO.
• Participate in physical/occupational therapy and care planning.
• Respond to emergencies and assist staffing as needed.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Troubleshooting

Patient care

Quality improvement

Teamwork

Education

Respiratory Therapy program or Nursing program graduate

Tools

ECMO equipment

Job description

Role Overview:

The ECMO Specialist oversees daily operation and monitoring of the ECMO program, ensuring circuit function, safety, and patient stability. They collaborate with bedside staff to maintain adequate perfusion, acid-base balance, and hemodynamics in patients from neonatal to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities include:

Troubleshooting ECMO equipment, managing blood products and medications, performing quality control and preventive maintenance, and managing CRRT when connected. They participate in physical/occupational therapy, handle emergencies, and support staffing needs.

Qualifications:

Requires either a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy or Nursing program with Florida licensure, with at least 2 years ICU experience. Preferred candidates have ECMO experience with Primer training. Certifications include BLS, PALS (within 6 weeks), ACLS (within 6 weeks), and licensure as RRT or RN.

Key Skills:

Technical proficiency, troubleshooting, patient care, quality improvement, and teamwork. The role involves continuous learning, participation in quality initiatives, and potential involvement in transport and emergency situations.