Perfusionist

UCHealth; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 157,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHealth in Colorado Springs seeks a qualified Perfusionist to operate extracorporeal circulation equipment and provide cardiopulmonary support for diverse surgical cases. This onsite role requires a bachelor’s in a related field and graduation from an accredited Perfusionist program, with licensure/ABCP certification as applicable.

You will assemble, calibrate, maintain, and document perfusion equipment, participate in policy development, and support clinical research while working in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and graduate of an accredited Perfusionist program.
• State licensure if required by law and CCP certification by ABCP.
• BLS/CPR certification through AHA or ARC with a valid card through start date and 60 days after hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates extracorporeal circulation equipment and provides cardiopulmonary support during procedures.
• Performs assembly, calibration, maintenance, and cleaning of perfusion equipment and circuits.
• Documents clinical perfusion care for a variety of procedures including ECMO, VAD, IABP.
• Participates in policy development, evaluation of perfusion standards, and research as needed.
• Works in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision and critical decision-making.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Graduate of accredited Perfusionist program

Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs

Department: OR Perfusionist

Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $75.67 - $105.93 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Summary

Operates extracorporeal circulation equipment to provide extracorporeal circulation and cardiopulmonary support.

Responsibilities

• Performs assembly, calibration, maintenance, and cleaning of perfusion equipment and circuits.
• Provides and documents clinical perfusion care in connection with a variety of surgical and non-surgical procedures, including cardiopulmonary support or bypass, autotransfusion, adult and pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), ventricular assist devices (VAD), and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP).
• Assists with the development, implementation, and evaluation of perfusion policies, standards, and procedures.
• May participate in or perform clinical perfusion research. Stays abreast of current and developing advances in field. Participates in the evaluation and selection of new equipment.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field and graduate of an accredited Perfusionist program.
• State licensure if required by law. Certified as a Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP).
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

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Recognition

• Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
• Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
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Health and well-being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
• Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.

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