Perfusionist (ECMO Specialist)

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking an ECMO Specialist to participate in the development and execution of ECMO treatment plans for critically ill patients. You will assess, plan, implement, and educate, working closely with the ECMO physician and the ICU team to tailor care to individual patient needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with designated ECMO training or formal education in Extra Corporeal Circulation, plus relevant Texas licensure/credentialing and a minimum of two

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with ECMO-specific training or formal education in Extra Corporeal Circulation.
• Current RN/RT/Perfusion credentials as applicable in Texas; BLS/ACLS required.
• Minimum of 2 years in a critical care setting.

Responsibilities

• Participates in development and execution of ECMO treatment plans, including assessment, planning, implementation and education.
• Communicates with ECMO physician and ICU team to interpret, adjust and complete patient-specific care plans.

Skills

Critical care experience

Treatment plan interpretation

Team communication

Education coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ECMO training program/Extra Corporeal Circulation

RN/RT/Perfusion credentialing

BLS/ACLS certification

Texas RN license or equivalent

Job description

Hours of Work :12

Days Of Week :1

Work Shift :Job Description :Job PurposeThe ECMO specialist participates in the development of a treatment plan, involving assessment, planning, implementation, and education. Communicates with the ECMO physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust and complete treatment specific to the ECMO patient care plan.

Job Requirements:

• Education:Bachelor’s degreeCompletion of a designated ECMO training program, and/or formal education in Extra Corporeal Circulation.


• Licenses and/or Certifications:Registered Nursing License issued by the State of Texas Board of NursingOr RRT-Registered Respiratory Therapist License and Current NBRC – National Board of Respiratory CareOr CCP – Certified Perfusion LicenseAndBasic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart AssociationAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association


• Work Experience:Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience

Methodist Dallas Medical Center

is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service,

we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups.

Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

Magnet®-designated hospital150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by

Becker’s Hospital Review

, 2023Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023Level III Neonatal Intensive Care UnitLiver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs