Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Perfusion) - UI Heart and Vascular Center

University of Iowa-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Iowa City, IA
10,001+ employees
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The UI Heart and Vascular Center is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular Perfusionist responsible for operating cardiopulmonary bypass during open-heart surgeries and other medical procedures. The role involves managing mechanical circulatory support devices and patient monitoring techniques, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing clinical instruction to perfusion students.

  • Operate cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and other life support equipment during cardiac, transplant, and vascular surgical procedures.
  • Monitor patient blood gases, electrolytes, and anticoagulation during procedures and adjust in accordance with LIP and hospital protocols.
  • Help set up, initiate, and transport long-term mechanical circulatory support devices (VADs, IABPs, and ECMO) when needed.
  • Assess each surgical case and choose correct equipment and cannula based on patient need and physician preference.
  • Assure regulatory requirements are met and continuous quality improvement occurs as evidenced by performing monthly audits of quality control data, quality improvement indicators/thresholds, and documentation of improvements for all aspects of care relating to perfusion.
  • Assure daily, adequate supply stock and equipment are ready for use in an emergency.
  • Process all remaining blood from the CPB circuit with autologous blood recovery equipment as requested.
  • Clinically instruct perfusion students for the University of Iowa Perfusion Technology Program.
  • Take call and arrive at hospital within 30 minutes window.
  • Function ethically and professionally at all times.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Perfusion Technology; OR Bachelor's degree with Certification in Perfusion Technology from a CAAHEP cardiovascular perfusion education training program; OR Combination education and experience with Certification in Perfusion Technology from a CAAHEP cardiovascular perfusion education training program.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of perfusion theory and associated patient care.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required.
  • Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) or board eligible in good standing with the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) required. If board-eligible, must obtain CCP within 6 months of start.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required by start.
  • Previous clinical perfusion experience and/or training in an academic medical setting.
  • Health insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling
  • On-call pay
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