Perfusionist

Indiana University Health • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, IN is excited to announce an opening for Perfusionist in our Cardiology Service Line-System. This is your chance to become a vital part of our dynamic of healthcare professionals. If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care and meeting significant challenges head-on, we invite you to apply! Schedule: PRN (As Needed). The Perfusionist performs clinical perfusion, those functions necessary for the support or treatment of the cardiopulmonary/circulatory system of the patient. Operates extracorporeal circulation equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or replace the patient's cardiopulmonary/circulatory function and ensures the proper management of physiologic functions by monitoring the necessary variables.

Requirements

• CCP Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Maintain cardiovascular perfusion certification or be eligible for the perfusion certification examination process if training completed after April 15, 1981.
• Complete clinical and didactic coursework from an accredited perfusion training program if training completed after April 15, 1981.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular and respiratory systems, physiology, anatomy, mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Perfusion experience in applying knowledge of biology, chemistry, and physiology in a hospital operating room setting.
• Experience in open heart surgery and surgical perfusion procedures.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain a variety of cardiovascular perfusion, life support, and blood salvage equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical perfusion functions necessary for the support or treatment of the cardiopulmonary/circulatory system.
• Operate extracorporeal circulation equipment during medical situations.
• Monitor necessary variables to ensure proper management of physiologic functions.

Benefits

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost
• Participation in team member wellness programs with financial incentives

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees