Perfusionist - Ecmo

DRISCOLL HEALTH PLAN•Corpus Christi, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs perfusion practices as it relates to patient specific support and treatment plans under the direct supervision of operating surgeon, anesthesiologist, or ICU attending. This role requires maintaining utmost confidentiality, adhering to hospital policies, and demonstrating ethical business practices. The Perfusionist is responsible for preparing and operating the cardiopulmonary bypass machine, selecting appropriate circuits and cannulas, monitoring patient physiology during bypass, and communicating any changes to the surgical and anesthesia teams. Additionally, the role involves providing autotransfusion services, managing blood gas analysis and other laboratory tests, and participating in quality control and research. The Perfusionist also plays a role in professional development, on-call responsibilities for emergencies, facilitating communication within the healthcare team, and staying updated on industry innovations through vendor communication and staff in-services.

Requirements

Graduation from an ABCP accredited perfusion program.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Maintains CEUs for ABCP and TMB licensure.
ABCP certification or licensed within 2 years from date of hire.
TMB Perfusion Licensure, or licensed within 2 years from date of hire.
Must maintain current CPR, ACLS, and PALS.

Responsibilities

Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.
Prepares and operates the cardiopulmonary bypass machine during open heart surgery.
Chooses correct size cardiopulmonary bypass circuit for each patient.
Chooses patient dependent cannula sizes for each procedure.
Monitors and maintains normal patient physiology during CPB.
Communicates clearly and efficiently any patient changes to operating surgeon and anesthesia during procedure.
Provides autotransfusion services during and after cardiac procedure and to other parts of the hospital that may need autotransfusion services.
Provides and/or directs the provision of blood gas analysis, activated clotting times, heparin assay analysis, hemoconcentration, and mechanical circulatory support.
Participates in quality control and research opportunities as assigned by director.
Pursue educational and leadership opportunities to enhance professional growth and clinical expertise.
Takes on call responsibility for emergency heart procedures and ECMO as assigned by the director.
Facilitate communication between all members of the health care team.
Communicate with vendor representatives to stay abreast of new innovations in the industry.
Ensure appropriate in-service with staff and physicians on new equipment and supplies.
Other duties as assigned.