ECMO Specialist: Advanced Extracorporeal Support

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill, NC seeks an ECMO Specialist to monitor and troubleshoot ECMO circuits and collaborate with bedside RNs, physicians, and the care team to coordinate care for highly complex patients. The role demands advanced knowledge of extracorporeal support and strong critical thinking under pressure.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Nursing, NC licensure as an RT or RN, and at least two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Nursing is required.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) or RN license in NC is required.
• Two years of experience as RN or Respiratory Therapist is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot ECMO circuit and equipment per policy.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians and care team to coordinate treatment.
• Plan and deliver safe, appropriate care addressing perfusion and stability.
• Document care, monitor outcomes and participate in quality improvement.
• Maintain effective communication and resolve conflicts within the team.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development.

Skills

ECMO expertise

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Nursing

Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)

RN license in North Carolina

Job description

UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill, NC seeks an ECMO Specialist to monitor and troubleshoot ECMO circuits and collaborate with bedside RNs, physicians, and the care team to coordinate care for highly complex patients. The role demands advanced knowledge of extracorporeal support and strong critical thinking under pressure.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Nursing, NC licensure as an RT or RN, and at least two years of related experience.