Perfusionist I-Nonexempt-Downtown- Full-Time

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 124,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks a Perfusion Technology professional to set up and operate heart-lung machines during cardiac procedures. The role requires an accredited BS in Perfusion Technology, plus 3–5 years of clinical experience; pediatric experience preferred.

Abides by certification timelines (ABC) within 1 year of hire and holds current BLS certification. On-call and transport responsibilities are expected as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Perfusion Technology required.
• Three to five years of clinical experience; pediatrics preferred.
• Call and transport required.
• ABCVP certification within 1 year of hire.
• Current AHA BLS or Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate heart-lung machines to support organ function during cardiac surgery.
• Produce bypass, perfusion, re-circulation or partial bypass; adjust blood temperature/content as needed.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Call/Transport

BLS certification

Certification within 1 year

Education

BS in Perfusion Technology

Perfusion certificate

Job description

Job Description Summary

Sets up and operates heart/lung machines that support organ function during cardiac surgery or other procedure where circulatory or respiratory function is disrupted. Operates equipment to produce bypass, coronary perfusion, recirculation or partial bypass, or to alter blood temperature, balance, or content.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC003718 COL - Perfusion Services (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-34

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

• Bachelor of Science degree in Perfusion Technology or Bachelor of Science degree with a certificate in Perfusion Technology from an accredited cardiovascular perfusion education program.
• Three to five years of clinical experience to include pediatrics experience preferred.
• Call, transport required.
• Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required within 1 year of hire.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is required within 1 year of hire.

Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

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