Lead Perfusionist

Smilow Cancer Hospital; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospital seeks a Lead Perfusionist to operate and manage extra-corporeal circulation equipment during medical procedures. The role involves preparing for surgeries, monitoring patient vitals, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates are expected to have a relevant advanced degree, certifications, and strong collaborative skills in a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of cardiopulmonary perfusion.
• Must earn at least 15 CEUs annually in perfusion-related meetings.

Responsibilities

• Operate extra-corporeal circulation equipment during medical situations.
• Monitor perfusion procedures and patient vitals.
• Prepare for cardiac and non-cardiac procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy

Knowledge of cardio-respiratory systems

Strong analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

BLS/CPR certification

Education

Master's degree in cardiopulmonary perfusion

Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience

Certificate program with relevant experience

Job description

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Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Operates extra-corporeal circulation equipment during medical situations to support or replace the patient's cardiopulmonary/circulatory function, ensuring proper management of physiological functions by monitoring necessary variables.

Scope of Practice: Duties upon physician's prescription and in accordance with hospital policy include, but are not limited to, the safe performance and management of:

• Extra-corporeal circulation/cardiopulmonary support
• Counter-pulsation
• Circulatory support/ventricular assistance
• Extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
• Blood conservation techniques/auto-transfusion
• Myocardial preservation
• Anticoagulation and hematologic monitoring/analysis
• Physiological monitoring/analysis
• Blood gas and blood chemistry monitoring/analysis
• Induction of hypothermia/hyperthermia with reversal
• Hemodilution
• Hemo-filtration/Ultra-filtration
• Administration of medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents via the extra-corporeal circuit
• Documentation related to these duties

Additional duties may include: Isolated limb/organ perfusion, electro-physiological analysis, organ preservation, dialysis assistance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for cardiac and non-cardiac procedures, assessing patient status and calculating perfusion requirements.
• Monitor perfusion procedures and patient vitals to maintain appropriate parameters.
• Maintain CCP certification through meetings, inservices, and publications; stay current with perfusion technology and cardiac surgery developments.
• Work effectively as a team member, assisting as needed.
• Work with Medical Directors to ensure ECMO program standards are met and assist with achieving and maintaining Center of Excellence designation.
• Collaborate with leadership in pediatric programs to meet quality and assurance standards.
• Coordinate supply management to ensure adequate inventory and minimize outdates.

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of cardiopulmonary perfusion with a master's degree or a bachelor's degree with at least two years of experience, or a certificate program with relevant experience. Must earn at least 15 CEUs annually in perfusion-related meetings and present acquired knowledge.

Experience: Lead or super-user experience with equipment, mentorship, community service, presentation skills, and recent case experience involving ECMO, VAD, or pediatric cases.

Licensure: Connecticut State Perfusion License or ABCP Certified Clinical Perfusionist within one year of hire.

Skills: Knowledge of anatomy, cardio-respiratory systems, medical and surgical procedures, hospital policies; strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; BLS/CPR certification.

Additional Information: Preferred 5 years in perfusion, leadership experience, ability to rotate to York Street Campus.

Requisition ID: 150318

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care