Extracorporeal Life Support Specialist (ELS SPECIALIST)

Job Title

Extracorporeal Life Support Specialist

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY Set up, operate and coordinate extracorporeal life support systems to provide cardiac and/or pulmonary support for patients requiring cardiopulmonary by pass. CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Set up and operate extracorporeal life support equipment to monitor and control bloodflow, blood volume, temperature and coagulation.Maintain infusion of drugs, fluids and blood products into circuit, following protocol.Maintain, operate and test patient care equipment.Participate in the evaluation and implementation of new equipment and techniques.Instruct Allied Health and Nursing staff in the operation of equipment, performance of testsand specialized techniques.Transport patients on life support systems.Respond to emergency situations.Assist in the set up and priming of extracorporeal life support circuitry, replacement ofcomponents and cannulation, decannulation and post system clean up.Coordinate and provide orientation for new staff.May coordinate staff assignments.May assist in organizing and conducting the Life Support (ECMO) Specialist TrainingCourse.May assist in research protocol and data collections and provide in service training forstaff on study protocols and requirements.May ensure the preparation and maintenance of record keeping functions.Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required incertain areas.Perform other related duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED General supervision is received from a Nurse Manager or other designated official.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, respiratory therapy or perfusion, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.?Completion of an extracorporeal life support (ECMO) training course isnecessary?Reasonable experience in an acute health care setting.?Certification or registration in nursing, respiratory therapy or a related field.?This classification requires Primary Source Verification
• BLS certification.
• Must have current Michigan Respiratory Therapist license.

• At least 2 years of current ICU experience

• Reasonable knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and surgery pertaining to ECMO.
• Self-motivation, independence and initiative are required qualities along with a willingness and interest in learning new procedures and applications of ECLS support.
• To accept above stated duties and also take on charge responsibilities upon completion of orientation.

Desired Qualifications*

• ECMO Specialist experience desired.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in coordinating daily departmental clinical operations.
• Completion of the U of M ECMO Specialist Training Course.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Nights3 12-hour shifts per week

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.