Perfusionist

Job Description

Position Title: Perfusionist

Location: Riley Hospital for Children Department: Perfusionist (Operating Room) FTE: Full-Time Schedule: Days with 24-hour call requirements

Position Overview:

This role involves performing clinical perfusion to support or treat the cardiopulmonary and circulatory systems during surgical procedures. The Perfusionist operates extracorporeal circulation equipment during open-heart surgeries and other medical situations requiring cardiopulmonary support or replacement. They ensure proper management of physiologic functions by monitoring essential variables and troubleshooting equipment as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain cardiovascular perfusion, life support, and blood salvage equipment during surgeries.
• Monitor and manage physiologic variables to support patient stability and outcomes.
• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain a variety of perfusion and electronic medical equipment.
• Support open-heart and surgical perfusion procedures with expertise and precision.
• Participate in on-call rotations, providing 24-hour coverage as required.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department policies.
• Training & Certification:
  • For those trained after April 15, 1981, maintaining cardiovascular perfusion certification or eligibility for certification is required.
  • Completion of clinical and didactic coursework from an accredited perfusion training program for those trained after April 15, 1981.
• Experience & Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of cardiovascular and respiratory systems, physiology, anatomy, and electronics.
  • Experience in applying biology, chemistry, and physiology in a hospital operating room setting.
  • Open-heart surgery and surgical perfusion procedure experience required.
  • Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain perfusion and blood salvage equipment.

Why Join IU Health?

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement savings plan with employer match

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives

• Supportive work environment committed to safety and excellence

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