Perfusionist (Waukesha, WI)

UPMC•Waukesha, WI

6h•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Procirca is seeking a full-time Perfusionist for its Waukesha, Wisconsin site. Under the supervision of a licensed physician and according to prescribed procedures, the perfusionist performs functions necessary to support and treat patients’ cardiopulmonary systems. The role involves advanced technical work in selecting, preparing, operating, and maintaining heart-lung machines and accessory equipment. Work is primarily in the operating room, with possible assignments throughout the hospital. The position works primarily daylight shifts, with on-call nights and weekends and rotating weekend shifts. Qualified candidates may be eligible for sign-on bonus options of up to $30,000. UPMC describes its benefits and total rewards package as generous and offers opportunities for career growth. Candidates must graduate from a CAAHEP-accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion or meet the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and Pennsylvania Licensing Board grandfather clause. A bachelor’s degree is required. Candidates must be certified or certification-eligible under American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion guidelines and obtain board certification within 24 months of hire. Wisconsin licensure is required.

Requirements

Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited school of cardiovascular perfusion, or meeting the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion and Pennsylvania Licensing Board grandfather clause.
Bachelor’s degree.
Certified or certification-eligible according to American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion guidelines.
Obtain American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certification within 24 months of hire.
Wisconsin licensure.
American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusionist credential.
Automotive insurance.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist or Osteopathic Perfusionist credential.
Driver’s license.
Act 34 clearance.

Responsibilities

Perform required equipment maintenance checklists.
Make appropriate changes in therapy after consulting with attending physicians.
Participate as assigned in ordering and maintaining supplies.
Document work associated with the position’s responsibilities.
Assist in evaluating new equipment.
When employed at a UPMC facility, serve as an instructor or supervisor for the UPMC School of Cardiovascular Perfusion.
Instruct students, residents, and others in new procedures and equipment.
Participate in the on-call schedule according to institutional policy.
Maintain equipment and supplies.
Support continuing education and research as required by the perfusionist’s scope of practice.
Support BioTronics, Inc. contractual obligations.
Perform duties according to UPMC’s philosophy and standards, demonstrating courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward patients, peers, medical staff, and visitors.
Participate in developing and revising policies and procedures, performance improvement, quality management, and staff education.
Perform responsibilities outside the home-base hospital.
Assist staff members and hospital personnel with needed tasks, prioritizing patient care and interdepartmental service.
Administer medications, blood components, and anesthetic agents under attending physician supervision.
Provide perfusion support for non-cardiac procedures, including transplantation, chemoperfusion, ECMO, cardiac support devices, component therapy, and blood recovery.
When employed at a UPMC facility, participate in coverage and call for STAT MedEvac responsibilities.
Maintain proficiency with accessory equipment and procedures.
Safely perform duties within the perfusion scope of practice.