Perfusionist - La Jolla - Varied shift

Scripps Health•San Diego, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Scripps Health is seeking a Perfusionist to join their team in La Jolla. This is a salaried position working 80 hours per pay period, with varied shifts. The role involves working 4 scheduled shifts a week, taking call one night a week, and one weekend a month. Scripps Health emphasizes a culture of investing, empowering, and belonging, offering industry-leading development programs and opportunities for growth. The Perfusionist will be part of a community that celebrates diverse views and values, contributing to innovative patient care in San Diego. Scripps Health is an award-winning workplace, recognized for its employee longevity, commitment to diversity, and as a top employer in healthcare. The organization has nationally recognized specialties and a strong focus on evidence-based, patient-centered care, particularly in cardiovascular services at Scripps Memorial La Jolla. The perfusion team is highly experienced and collaborative, fostering a family-like OR culture. The role offers an exceptional quality of life with proximity to the beach. The team prioritizes strong, supportive relationships, transparency, collaboration, and a shared commitment to success, creating a positive and inclusive environment that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Perfusion program with a BA/BS
CCP (Certified Clinical Perfusionist) through American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion or Board Eligible
Clinical knowledge of the process for providing CPB for adult cardiac surgical
Clinical knowledge of the process for providing CPB for ventricular assist device implantation
Clinical knowledge of Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices (VAD, Impella)
Physical requirements include the ability to work long hours remaining alert and attentive to the duties at hand
Possesses a high degree of innovation and organizational skills
High level of accountability for independent and interdependent decision making under minimal supervision
Current American Heart Association BLS

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Perfusionist

Responsibilities

Ensuring appropriate patient care through the continuous monitoring of cardiopulmonary bypass, related technology, and patient status.
Assessing patient status, identifying problems associated with cardiopulmonary bypass, and initiating and evaluating interventions consistent with physician collaboration and program protocols.
Consulting with the attending physician when patient condition and/or protocol limits or directives are in question.
Working closely with other team members and health care providers to provide patient care in accordance with the patient’s individualized care plan.
Adhering to program policies, guidelines, and quality measures.
Independently operating extracorporeal circulatory and ancillary equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to temporarily support or replace the patient's cardiac and/or respiratory function.
Monitoring and managing the patient's altered physiological functions throughout extracorporeal circulation, as directed by the attending physician or their delegate.