Staff Perfusionis

Geisinger•Danville, PA

83d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is seeking a Staff Perfusionist to join our nationally recognized Heart & Vascular team, providing critical support during complex cardiovascular procedures for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team while utilizing advanced technology to help deliver exceptional patient outcomes. This position qualifies for a hiring incentive up to $20,000, paid over two years, plus relocation assistance. Certain stipulations apply.

Requirements

Must be certified by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion, or must complete the certification procedure within two years of employment.
Bachelor's Degree
Certified Perfusionist through the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP) within one year of employment.
Communication
Computer Literacy
Epic Knowledge
Health Information Documentation
Organizing
Teamwork

Responsibilities

Provides perfusion support service through operation and maintenance of various extracorporeal equipment and instrumentation to support surgical procedures.
Provides care for patients in a variety of age ranges.
Operates and maintains extracorporeal equipment and instrumentation during surgery.
Utilizes blood gas exchange devices and related systems, under accepted clinical protocol, to provide perfusion during adult, pediatric, and neonatal procedures.
Maintains perfusion records and associated data.
Takes appropriate action when abnormal situations arise.
Operates, maintains, and monitors instrumentation and equipment to provide extracorporeal support to the various non-cardiac services.
Handles and disposes of contaminated materials related to perfusion during surgical procedures, following standard aseptic techniques and Operating Room housekeeping policies.
Assists with preparation of the Operating Room specifically related to perfusion requirements.
Assists with selection and care of perfusion-related instruments and equipment.
Completes and maintains perfusion records, forms, and charge sheets related to perfusion services.
Participates in the organization and maintenance of electronic databases associated with perfusion services.
Assists with research projects used to provide evidence of improved outcomes and patient management.
Attends continuing education events, conferences, and in-services as directed or as required by the department pursuant to personnel needs and financial restrictions.

Benefits

Hiring incentive up to $20,000, paid over two years
Relocation assistance
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance