Circulatory Support Specialist II

Baylor Scott & White Health • Dallas, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time dual-role position at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, split approximately 70% in circulatory support and 30% in anesthesia. It offers a professional track toward becoming a perfusionist. The schedule is 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., with possible on-call work; the specialist must also be available to work nights in a fast-paced environment. Some travel is involved.

The Circulatory Support Specialist II assists perfusionists with routine and complex procedures before, during, and after cardiovascular surgeries. The role provides autologous blood recovery and prepares devices according to protocols. The specialist helps ensure equipment functions properly during cases and when needed by patients, accompanies patients transported within the hospital to monitor assist-device function, and answers or troubleshoots questions and concerns about mechanical devices. The anesthesia responsibilities include arranging drugs and preparing a basic sterile instrument-table setup with supplies for procedures in operating rooms and satellite anesthesia areas.

Baylor Scott & White Health describes itself as a not-for-profit healthcare system serving individuals, families, and communities. Its stated core values are serving faithfully, never settling, working together, and making an impact. The organization states that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Requirements

• One year of experience in related hospital perfusion services or related manufacturer experience, or demonstrated equivalent proficiencies.
• Associate's degree or two years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days.
• Obtain Perioperative Blood Management Technologist (PBMT) certification from IBBM within 12 months of hire or transfer.
• General computer skills, including Word, Excel, and electronic medical documentation.
• Knowledge of blood recovery and biologic processing devices.
• Knowledge of sterile processing, cleaning, and disinfecting patient-care equipment, and appropriate documentation of these tasks.
• Ability to react calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to clean equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Ability to communicate clearly in speech and writing.
• Relational skills to interact effectively with patients and staff.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions and flow-chart protocols.
• Availability to work in a fast-paced environment and at night; on-call work may be possible.
• Some travel is involved.

Nice To Haves

• Operating room experience preferred.
• Educational or work history in clinical bio-engineering, circulatory support, perfusion, or EMT work preferred.
• Experience as a Circulatory Support Specialist preferred.
• Associate's degree in Health Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide autologous blood recovery and biologic therapy as needed; assist perfusionists with assembling, operating, and monitoring autotransfusion.
• Assist with setting up cardiopulmonary equipment and provide VAD equipment.
• Perform non-sterile preparation of the back table for mechanical assist devices during surgery.
• Monitor circulatory assist devices and patients during transport to hospital areas such as the operating room, radiology, and physical therapy; ECMO is excluded.
• Maintain, inventory, repair, and clean circulatory support machinery before procedures, and report major issues to Biomedical Engineering.
• Maintain communication, cooperation, and consultation with perfusionists and physicians during service delivery.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including pre-procedure checklists and records.
• Complete quality assurance protocols established by the perioperative blood management program.
• Follow regulatory requirements and applicable BSW Health System and affiliate hospital policies, including requirements for equipment care, maintenance, culturing, documentation, and reporting.
• Promote personal and professional growth by meeting education and skills requirements; contribute to department goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Arrange drugs and prepare the basic sterile instrument-table setup and supplies for anesthesia procedures in operating rooms and satellite anesthesia areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Perfusion or designee.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree