Perfusionist - Perfusion Services - Days

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Perfusionist maintains life-support functions during cardiopulmonary bypass for those patients undergoing cardiac surgery. The Perfusionist provides additional cardiac support for patients undergoing radiologic, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures related to cardiac disease. The Perfusionist assists in preservation of hemodynamic stability through blood conservation/salvage/infusion for those patients undergoing both scheduled and emergency surgery for cardiac as well as other surgical specialties.

Requirements

• Current American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification or eligible
• If not certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion must obtain within 1 year of hire date into position
• Current American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited perfusion program
• Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.
• Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
• Prolonged standing
• Prolonged sitting
• Frequent bending
• Walking (distance)
• Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
• Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
• Repetitive motion
• Strong recall
• Reasoning
• Problem solving
• Hearing
• Speak clearly
• Write legibly
• Reading
• Logical thinking
• Fast pace environment
• Steady pace
• Able to handle multiple priorities
• Frequent and intense customer interactions
• Noisy environment
• Able to adapt to frequent change

Nice To Haves

• Academic Health Care experience
• Bachelors Degree in a Health Science field (Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Physiology) or closely related field

Responsibilities

• Maintains life-support functions during cardiopulmonary bypass.
• Provides additional cardiac support for patients undergoing radiologic, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures related to cardiac disease.
• Assists in preservation of hemodynamic stability through blood conservation/salvage/infusion.
• Must be able to choose and assemble proper equipment for all surgical cases requiring a perfusionist.
• Organizes and plans work with specific outcomes and demonstrated use of sound clinical judgment and resources.

What This Job Offers

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