ECMO Coordinator, Full-time Days - Our Lady of Lourdes
About The Position
The ECMO Coordinator is described as a perfusionist, a specialized healthcare professional who operates the cardiopulmonary bypass machine during cardiac and other surgeries requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. As a member of the cardiovascular surgical team, the perfusionist helps maintain blood flow to the body's tissues, regulate oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood, and manage the patient's metabolic and physiological demands during procedures. The position is based on-site at Lourdes Health System, 1600 Haddon Ave. It is a regular, full-time employee position working first shift for 40 hours per week, with on-call availability required. Two years of field experience is preferred. The stated hourly rate is $75.64–$121.38, with the actual rate varying according to applicant experience, internal equity, and market data.
Requirements
- Be board certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or board eligible.
- Successfully complete training from an accredited perfusion program.
- New graduates' tenure is contingent on passing the ABCP exam.
- Ability to work on call.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience in the field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the heart-lung machine and other equipment critical to the specific operation.
- Continuously monitor the patient's status and manage blood circulation, hemodynamics, body temperature, blood composition, and other monitoring devices.
- Carry out pharmacological interventions or blood transfusions as directed by the primary surgeon.
- Keep the surgical team informed of the patient's condition throughout surgery.
- Measure blood parameters and other indicators to identify appropriate mechanical interventions, pharmacological treatments, and thermal manipulation techniques needed to maintain the patient's physiological condition.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation.
- Consult with the surgeon to select appropriate equipment and techniques for surgery.
Benefits
- Medical and prescription coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- 403(b) plan (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave as provided under state and local laws
- Short-term disability
- Optional long-term disability
- Colleague and dependent life insurance
- Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Employee assistance program including free counseling sessions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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